Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas

Recipe by whenyourhungryCourse: AppetizersCuisine: SpanishDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 5 large potatoes

  • 1tsp Salt

  • 1 tsp red cayenne pepper

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Dipping Sauce
  • 1 clove garlic

  • ½ tsp red cayenne pepper

  • Salt to taste

  • 1 cup  mayonnaise

  • 1 tsp vinegar

  • 1 tsp tomato paste/ sauce

Directions

  • For the dipping sauce, Combine garlic, 1/2 tsp red cayenne paprika, and a pinch of salt in a mortar and pestle or food processor; process until smooth. Mix in mayonnaise, vinegar, tomato paste, until combined. Cover and refrigerate dipping sauce
  • Pour water into a large saucepan, add 1 tsp salt & 1 tsp cayenne pepper, cumin and 1 bay leaf. Add the diced potatoes and bring this to a boil
  • Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender
  • Drain potatoes and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
  • Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet or Dutch oven to 350 F
  • Add cooled potato cubes and bake until golden brown for about 5 to 6 minutes
  • Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to cool slightly
  • Toss in a bowl with spice blend and serve with dipping sauce

PRO TIP

  • Use can also deep fry or shallow fry the potatoes instead of baking for that added crunch