Authentic Patatas Bravas

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups olive oil
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1 red chile, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 (14 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• combine potatoes, 2 cups olive oil, and 3 teaspoons salt in a large cold skillet. heat on low and cook until potatoes are softened, 12 to 15 minutes. increase heat to high and fry until golden, 5 to 6 minutes. drain on paper towels.
• heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. cook and stir onion with 1 teaspoon salt in the hot oil until onion has softened, 3 to 4 minutes. add garlic, chile, and smoked paprika; simmer for 1 to 2 minutes. stir in tomatoes and return to a simmer. transfer tomato mixture to a blender, cover, and puree until tomato sauce is smooth.
• serve patatas bravas with tomato puree and and mayonnaise for dipping.