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Patatas Bravas served and ready to eat
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Patatas Bravas

Crispy fried potatoes with a smoky, spicy tomato sauce and a swirl of garlic mayonnaise — the best tapas plate.

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10 minPrep
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30 minCook
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4Serves
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Ingredients

  • 800g potatoes, cubed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • For the bravas sauce: 1 tbsp oil, 1 small onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp chilli flakes, 1 can chopped tomatoes, 1 tsp sherry vinegar, salt
  • For garlic mayo: 4 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 small garlic clove grated, squeeze of lemon

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 220C; toss the potatoes with oil and salt; roast for 30-35 minutes until golden and crisp, turning once.
  2. For the sauce, soften the onion and garlic, stir in the paprika and chilli flakes, then add the tomatoes and vinegar.
  3. Simmer for 10 minutes, then blend smooth and season.
  4. Mix the mayo with the garlic and lemon.
  5. Pile the potatoes onto a plate, spoon over the bravas sauce, and finish with dollops of garlic mayo.
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Tara’s tips

  • Hot pan, dry potatoes — that gives the crisp edges.
  • Smoky paprika is non-negotiable in the sauce.

Serving suggestions

  • Best served immediately with cocktail sticks.

Storage & reheating

Sauce keeps 4 days; the potatoes are best fresh.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Can I fry the potatoes?

Yes — fry in batches in hot oil for the most authentic result.

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