Patatas Bravas Recipe
Crispy fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Spicy Tomato Sauce
Method
Preparing the Potatoes
- 1
Peel and Cut the Potatoes
Peel the Russet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes (about 1 inch).
- 2
Soak the Potatoes
Place the potato cubes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and makes them crispier when fried.
- 3
Dry the Potatoes
After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the dried potato cubes to the hot oil in batches. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
Preparing the Spicy Tomato Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add Tomato Paste and Tomatoes
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute. Then, add the crushed tomatoes and stir well.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Add paprika, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 9
Adjust the Seasoning
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you prefer more heat, add additional red pepper flakes.
Serving
- 10
Combine and Garnish
Serve the crispy fried potatoes hot, topped with the spicy tomato sauce and garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
