Certainly! A step-by-step guide on how to make Patatas Bravas, a classic Spanish tapas dish:
Ingredients:
For Potatoes:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized cubes
- Olive oil for frying
- Salt to taste
For Bravas Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika or cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
For Garlic Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Fry Potatoes:
- Heat olive oil in a deep pan for frying. Fry the potato cubes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
2. Make Bravas Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until it's fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in the smoked paprika and hot paprika or cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- Add the tomato sauce and sugar. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken. Season with salt to taste.
3. Make Garlic Aioli:
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
4. Assemble:
- Place the fried potatoes on a serving dish.
- Drizzle the bravas sauce over the potatoes. You can be as generous as you like.
- Drizzle or serve the garlic aioli on top or on the side.
5. Serve:
- Serve the Patatas Bravas hot as a tapas dish or a side. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added freshness.
Enjoy your Patatas Bravas with the flavorful bravas sauce and creamy garlic aioli! It's a classic Spanish dish perfect for sharing.