Patatas Bravas

  Appetizers

Patatas bravas is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce are difficult to resist. Add a drizzle of garlic aioli for a richer flavor.

Patatas Bravas

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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 45 min. Bake: 25 min.
YIELD: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • BRAVAS SAUCE:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons sweet smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf

  • POTATOES:
  • 1-1/2 pounds russett potatoes, peeled
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • 1. Place garlic on a cutting board; sprinkle with salt. Mash garlic with flat side of the knife blade, forming a smooth paste. Transfer to a small bowl. Whisk in mayonnaise, lemon juice and olive oil until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • 2. For bravas sauce, in a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour and paprika until smooth; gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened and flavors are blended, 6-8 minutes.
  • 3. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Remove and discard bay leaf. Puree sauce using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree sauce in a blender; return to pan and heat through. Keep warm.
  • 4. Cut potatoes into 1-1/2-in. cubes; soak in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain potatoes; pat dry with paper towels. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 250°. Fry potatoes until tender, 8-10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels and cool completely.
  • 5. Increase heat of oil to 375°. Fry potatoes again until crisp and golden brown, 3-4 minutes, turning frequently. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt. Serve with bravas sauce and aioli.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup potatoes with about 2 tablespoons sauce and 1 tablespoon aioli: 452 calories, 42g fat (5g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.

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