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How to Make Patatas Bravas

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Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes:

  • 4 large Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes about 1 kg, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 cups 1 liter vegetable oil, for deep frying
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Bravas Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Spanish pimentón
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup 120 ml canned crushed tomatoes or tomato purée
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Optional Garlic Aioli:

  • 1/2 cup 120 ml mayonnaise
  • 1 garlic clove finely grated or minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste