Patatas Bravas
A classic Spanish tapas dish of crispy fried potatoes in spicy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- ●4 medium patatas (potatoes)
- ●1/2 cup olive oilfor frying
- ●1 medium oniondiced
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tsp chili flakes
- ●1 tsp smoked paprika
- ●1 cup tomato sauce
- ●1/4 cup mellow (milk or cream)optional
- ●4-6 pieces spanish (bread or croutons)optional
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the chili flakes and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the tomato sauce and stir to combine.
- 6
If using, add the mellow (milk or cream) and stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
While the sauce is cooking, heat 1/2 cup of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- 9
Add the patatas (potatoes) and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 10
Remove the potatoes from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- 11
To serve, place the fried potatoes on a plate and spoon the spicy tomato sauce over the top.
- 12
If desired, sprinkle with bread or croutons and serve immediately.