Pan-Seared Patatas Bravas with Smoky Tomato Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Golden cubed potatoes are pan-seared to crispy perfection and served with a smoky, slightly spicy tomato sauce inspired by classic Spanish tapas. This Spanish recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Russet potatoes, Olive oil, Smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Russet potatoes
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 tsp Red chili flakes
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and cut 1 lb Russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a pot of cold salted water and bring to a boil. Parboil for 5 minutes until just tender but not falling apart, then drain well.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the parboiled potatoes and sauté for 10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crispy on all sides.
3. Step 3: While potatoes cook, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp smoked paprika, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the saucepan. Simmer on low for 8 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
5. Step 5: Plate the crispy potatoes, spoon the smoky tomato sauce generously over them, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.