Authentic Patatas Bravas

3 Reviews
  • Prep: 15 min
  • Cook: 25 min
  • Ready In: 40 min

“Spanish tapas are tasty small plates that when combined can create a light supper or serve as a great appetizer. Patatas Bravas are tasty fried potato cubes served with a smoky, spicy dipping sauce.” - by Allrecipes

Ingredients

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Original recipe yields 2 servings

Directions

  1. Combine potatoes, 2 cups olive oil, and 3 teaspoons salt in a large cold skillet. Heat on low and cook until potatoes are softened, 12 to 15 minutes. Increase heat to high and fry until golden, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  2. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion with 1 teaspoon salt in the hot oil until onion has softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic, chile, and smoked paprika; simmer for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and return to a simmer. Transfer tomato mixture to a blender, cover, and puree until tomato sauce is smooth.
  3. Serve patatas bravas with tomato puree and and mayonnaise for dipping.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (2 total)

  • Calories
  • 1564 cal
  • 78%
  • Fat
  • 150.8 g
  • 232%
  • Carbs
  • 54 g
  • 17%
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Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (3)

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pelicangal
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pelicangal

"These were very good. The potatoes are very fluffy inside. I did cut down on the amount of olive oil used, as it would have made this inexpensive recipe a lot more expensive and I didn't feel that i..." See moret was necessary. Thanks for the recipe"

NomadicBear
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NomadicBear

"anything Chef John puts his hands in turns out so good. made them tonight and sauce this stuff is Awesome..." See more"

lorna
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lorna

"This patatas bravas recipe is excellent. Very authentic! I reduce both the amount of salt the potatoes are fried in and the amount of oil a little though...." See more"

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