Patatas Bravas - Crispy Potatoes & Garlic Spicy Sauce Recipe | CulinaryCreationss

Ingredients

• For the Crispy Potatoes
• 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled (or not, your choice!) and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4-6 cups neutral frying oil (like vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil)
• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• For the Spicy Bravas Sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion (or 2 shallots), finely chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili flakes (adjust to your preferred heat level)
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes (we recommend fire-roasted for extra depth)
• 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
• ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• Pinch of sugar (about ¼ teaspoon)
• Optional: 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (for thickening, if needed)