Patatas Bravas
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Patatas Bravas
Description
Patatas Bravas combines diced Yukon gold potatoes, parboiled in salted water with baking soda to promote crispiness, then oven-roasted at 5006F on a preheated baking sheet. This roasting method yields potatoes with a crisp, golden crust and soft centers. The smoky tomato salsa brava enhances the dish with sautéed onions and garlic, crushed tomatoes, smoky Spanish paprika, a touch of cayenne, and dashes of hot sauce, creating a vibrant and mildly spicy sauce. A garlic aioli made simply with mayonnaise, grated garlic, and lemon juice adds a creamy, tangy element to complement the potatoes and salsa.
The dish stands out through its layering of textures—crisp potatoes contrasted by smooth sauces—and complex smoky and spicy notes from the paprika and cayenne. Patatas Bravas is traditionally served as a tapas snack but also pairs well with grilled meats or as part of a small plates meal.
Cooking times can vary with oven type and bakeware color; a darker baking sheet can reduce roasting time. Monitoring the potatoes for a golden color and crisp edges helps avoid overcooking or burning. Garnishing with chopped parsley adds a touch of freshness and color.
Ingredients
For The Potatoes:
- 2 and 1/2 pounds potato cut into a 3/4 inch dice, Yukon gold variety
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- parsley for garnish, optional, chopped
For The Salsa Brava:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 28 ounce crushed tomatoes canned
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 onion diced, sweet or yellow variety
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika Spanish
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
- 2 to 3 dashes hot sauce to taste
- salt
For The Garlic Aioli:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise good quality
- 1 garlic grated or pressed, clove
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
For The Potatoes:
- Place a large baking sheet in cold oven and preheat oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.*
- Add baking soda and salt to a pot of water and bring to a boil. When boiling, add potatoes, cover, and bring back to boil. As soon as water is boiling, set a timer for 1 minute. After potatoes have been boiling for one minute, drain in a colander.
- Return potatoes to pot and stir for 30 seconds, then add 1/4 cup olive oil, salt and pepper, stir to make sure potatoes are fully coated.
- Carefully remove hot baking sheet from oven and pour potatoes onto the hot baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer.
- Return to oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove sheet from oven and use a spatula to flip the potatoes, then return to the oven for another 15-25 minutes, or until potatoes are golden and crispy.
For The Salsa Brava:
- Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add tomatoes, salt, paprika, cayenne pepper and hot sauce, stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and allow to simmer on low for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- If you want, you can leave the sauce chunky, or if you would like it smooth as I did, transfer to a food processor to puree. Allow sauce to cool a bit before pulsing in food processor.
For The Garlic Aioli:
- Add mayonnaise, lemon juice and garlic to a bowl and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper if desired.
To Serve:
- You can keep the sauces on the side or drizzle salsa brava and garlic aioli over potatoes and serve with more of each sauce on the side for dipping. Top with fresh chopped parsley for garnish if desired.
Notes
- Adjust roasting time based on your oven and baking sheet color to prevent burning; darker sheets heat faster.
- Garnish with chopped parsley for added color and a fresh note if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 492 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 492kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 99.2g | 33% |
| Protein | 13.6g | 27% |
| Fat | 26.2g | 40% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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