patatas bravas
You will find this tapas in just about any bar in Spain. It's a great appy! Resist the urge to salt your potatoes. Salt draws out moisture and that will keep your potatoes from getting truly crispy.
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prep time
cook time
1 Hr
method
Roast
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 large spanish or yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 6 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked hot paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- - freshly ground black pepper
How To Make patatas bravas
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Step 1Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
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Step 2When hot add diced onions.
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Step 3Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often so they do not burn.
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Step 4Add the tomato paste, stirring well.
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Step 5Cook for 1-2 minutes.
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Step 6Add the garlic, tomatoes, sweet and hot paprika, chili powder, wine vinegar and sugar.
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Step 7Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often.
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Step 8Remove from heat, let cool then place in a sealed container-chill for 24 hours.
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Step 9Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
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Step 10Peel and cut potatoes into 1 and 1/2 inch chunks.
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Step 11In a large pot of boiling water add 1 tablespoon white vinegar.
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Step 12Add potatoes, boiling for 5 minutes.
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Step 13Drain potatoes.
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Step 14Add potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
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Step 15Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil.
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Step 16Divide potatoes between 2 rimmed baking sheets.
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Step 17Roast for 20 minutes.
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Step 18Using a spatula flip the potatoes, cook for another 20 to 25 minutes.
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Step 19You want them nice and golden brown.
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Step 20Remove from oven, divide between 6-8 bowls.
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Step 21Top with reheated sauce, serve with toothpicks & offer black pepper.
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