Fried Potatoes in Spicy Tomato Sauce (Patatas Bravas) - Easy Spanish Tapas Recipe

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.

Peel and cut potatoes into bite-sized cubes.

Soak potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes.

Drain and pat potatoes dry with a towel.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add potatoes to the skillet in a single layer.

Fry potatoes until golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove potatoes and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cayenne pepper, cooking for 1 minute.

Add tomato sauce and vinegar, simmer for 5-7 minutes.

Season sauce with salt to taste.

Serve potatoes topped with sauce and sprinkle with parsley.

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