Spicy Patatas Bravas with Smoky Tomato Sauce

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Cubed golden potatoes fried until crisp and served with a smoky, spicy tomato sauce that delivers a perfect balance of heat and tang. This Spanish recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs medium potatoes, olive oil, and smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 280 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 3 peeled and 1-inch cubed medium potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Parboil for 5 minutes until just tender but not falling apart, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Step 2: Heat about 1/2 cup olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the potatoes in batches for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Step 3: In a separate saucepan, heat 1/4 cup olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp smoked paprika, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and deepens in flavor.
  5. Step 5: Toss the fried potatoes in the smoky tomato sauce until coated. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley if using and serve immediately.

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