Patatas Bravas
Crisp-edged potato cubes with a smoky spicy tomato sauce, Spain's favorite tapas bar bite.
✍️ Veg.Pub EditorialPublished 2026-05-14👁 64 views
Calories
340
kcal
Servings
2
Prep time
40
min
Diet
vegan
🧺 Ingredients
- Potatoes500g
- Olive oil3 tbsp
- Tomatoes2 · Swap: 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Smoked paprika1 tsp
- Chili powderhalf tsp
- Garlic2 cloves
- Red wine vinegar1 tsp
- Saltto taste
👩🍳 Steps
- 1Peel and cut the potatoes into 3 cm cubes, parboil in cold water for 8 minutes until half done, then drain.
- 2Toss the potatoes with a little oil and salt and roast at 200C or pan-fry until golden and crisp.
- 3In another pan, fry the minced garlic in olive oil, then briefly toast the smoked paprika and chili powder.
- 4Add the diced tomato and red wine vinegar and simmer into a thick brava sauce; season with salt.
- 5Plate the potatoes, spoon over the spicy tomato sauce, and serve hot.
📊 Nutrition
| Protein | 6g |
| Iron | 2mg |
| Calcium | 30mg |
| Fiber | 6g |
Introduction
Patatas bravas is a signature tapas found in nearly every Spanish bar. Crisp-edged, soft-centered potatoes with a smoky, gently spicy tomato sauce are simple yet addictive.
Wellness Benefits
- Potatoes support the spleen and supply potassium and carbohydrate as a gentle energy source.
- Smoked paprika and chili are warming, mildly heating the body and stimulating appetite.
- Mild and balanced in nature, it suits all seasons.
Nutrition Highlights
- Cooking potatoes with the skin retains more fiber and potassium.
- The tomato sauce provides lycopene and vitamin C.
Tips
- Parboiling then roasting is the key to a crisp exterior and fluffy center.
- Reduce the chili and keep only the smoked paprika if you prefer it mild.
Author: Veg.Pub Editorial
Source: 改编自各国传统素食 · License: 原创改编
