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Patatas Bravas

Cultural Context

Originating from the bars of Madrid, Patatas Bravas is a beloved Spanish tapa that showcases the simplicity of potatoes paired with a spicy sauce. Traditionally served with aioli or a spicy tomato sauce, this dish embodies the vibrant and communal spirit of Spanish dining. Today, variations abound, with different sauces and seasonings, making it a popular choice in tapas bars around the world.

SpanishESside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs baby potatoes
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup olive oil mayo
1/4 cup spicy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: sweet paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Sweet paprika provides flavor without the smokiness.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade sauce can reduce preservatives.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Red pepper flakes can provide similar heat.

1

Boil baby potatoes for 8 minutes.

2

Drain the potatoes after boiling.

3

Add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a bowl.

4

Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil mayo to the bowl.

5

Add spicy sauce to the bowl, adjusting according to desired spiciness.

6

Mix the olive oil, mayo, and spicy sauce together until well integrated.

7

Heat olive oil in a skillet until shimmering.

8

Add the boiled potatoes to the skillet in a single layer.

9

Fry the potatoes over medium-high heat until crispy, ensuring they are not splattering due to moisture.

10

Season the fried potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.

11

Serve the potatoes drizzled with the spicy aoli mixture.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifepaper towelsmixing bowl

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Brave Potatoes
Local Name: Patatas Bravas

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