Authentic Patatas Bravas

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Serve patatas bravas with tomato puree and and mayonnaise for dipping. lorna

Tips

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of olive oil. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.