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LAS PATATAS BRAVAS Nº 1 DE BARCELONA según @bravasbarcelona

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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
3 patatas variedad Agria
2 pimientos verdes
Un puñado de granos de pimienta negra
Aceite de oliva virgen extra
Sal
2 huevos tamaño M
Aceite de girasol (o de oliva suave)
1/4 de ajo
Zumo de limón
1 cucharadita de pimentón de la Vera dulce
1/2 cucharadita de pimentón de la Vera picante
350 g de tomate frito
1/4 cucharadita de cayena molida
Unas gotas de salsa Sriracha
Pimienta negra

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

Peel and cut the Agria potatoes into bite-sized cubes.

2

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

3

Add the potatoes to the skillet and fry until golden brown and crispy.

4

Remove the potatoes and drain on paper towels.

5

In a separate bowl, prepare the mayonnaise by blending the eggs, sunflower oil (or mild olive oil), garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.

6

In another pan, prepare the tomato sauce by heating olive oil and adding the sweet and spicy paprika, followed by the fried tomato, cayenne, and Sriracha, simmering until combined.

7

Serve the fried potatoes topped with the tomato sauce and drizzle with the garlic mayonnaise.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletpancutting boardknifepaper towelsblender

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Brave Potatoes
Local Name: Patatas Bravas

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