Jul 14 2026
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Patatas Bravas Recipe

Inspired by Union Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

garlic aioli | romesco sauce

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Ingredients

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Potatoes

Garlic Aioli

Romesco Sauce

Method

Frying the Potatoes

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Fry the Potatoes

    Add the cubed potatoes to the hot oil, ensuring they are in a single layer. Fry for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

  4. 4

    Season the Potatoes

    Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Making the Garlic Aioli

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, and salt.

  2. 6

    Mix Well

    Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Adjust salt to taste.

Making the Romesco Sauce

  1. 7

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, almonds, garlic cloves, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt.

  2. 8

    Process Until Smooth

    Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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