Patatas bravas are a classic of Spanish cuisine, known for their crispy texture and spicy, flavorful sauce.
In this recipe, the potatoes are slowly confit in olive oil until they are tender inside and golden outside, then quickly fried to achieve their final crispy touch. The brava sauce, prepared with paprika, cornmeal, and beef broth, provides a deep flavor and an ideal level of spice.
It's a perfect dish for appetizers or to accompany some tapas, and its preparation is simple, allowing the texture and flavor to take center stage. Served at any gathering, they'll surely surprise everyone with their authentic taste and irresistible texture.
Patatas Bravas
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Potatoes for frying
Oil for frying
2 tablespoons of Sweet paprika from La Vera
1 tablespoon of Spicy paprika from La Vera
1 tablespoon of Flour
200 milliliters of Beef broth
4 tablespoons of Extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : Peel, wash, drain, and thoroughly dry the potatoes, then cut them into rough cubes about 5 cm thick.
Step 2 : Pour plenty of olive oil into a large saucepan and place the potatoes in cold oil, cooking them over medium heat and low flame for 15 minutes until tender.
Step 3 : While the potatoes cool, prepare the brava sauce in a skillet by adding oil, sweet paprika, and spicy paprika, mixing to prevent burning.
Step 4 : Add cornmeal to the sauce and keep stirring over low heat until a thick paste forms.
Step 5 : Add half of the beef broth, stir well, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt.
Step 6 : Pour in the remaining broth and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the sauce reaches the desired consistency, then turn off the heat and let rest.
Step 7 : Heat plenty of oil in a large skillet, and when very hot, fry the potatoes in batches for about 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 8 : Remove the potatoes and place them on paper towels to remove excess oil, then arrange them on a nice dish.
Step 9 : Finally, cover the potatoes with hot brava sauce and serve immediately to enjoy their unique texture and flavor.
Video
Preparation (simple version)
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