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Spain on a Fork > All Recipes > Tapas > Patatas Bravas that will Transport you to Spain | Easy & Healthy Recipe
All Recipes, Tapas / September 22, 2021
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You have to say, patatas bravas are one of Spain´s most iconic tapas dishes. So simple yet so delicious. In this recipe, I´m going to show you how to make a healthier version of the classic recipe. Now, just because this recipe is healthier, doesn´t mean it lacks in flavor. In-fact, these patatas bravas are so good, with one taste, your tastebuds will be instantly transported to Spain.
What makes these patatas bravas healthier than the traditonal recipe, is that we´re roasting the potatoes instead of frying them. And we´re also using just 1 tablespoon of olive oil for the entire recipe, while the original recipe calls for at least 1 cup.
The secret to giving the roasted potatoes that fried like texture, is to soak the cut potatoes in water for 30 minutes. This helps remove some of the starch in the potatoes. That way when they´re roasted, they have a crispy texture and a melt in your mouth interior.
TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: I used new potatoes in this recipe, but you can use any waxy potato you like. To make the spicy garlic mayonnaise, I used low fat mayo. Just to make this recipe even healthier. To veganize this recipe, just use your favorite vegan mayonnaise.
Key Ingredients & Cookware I used in this Recipe:
EXTRA VIRGIN SPANISH OLIVE OIL
HOT SMOKED SPANISH PAPRIKA
SPANISH SEA SALT
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Watch the Video Below on How to Make these Spanish Patatas Bravas
5 from 6 votes
CourseAppetizer, Side Dish
CuisineSpanish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 199 kcal
Author Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork
Ingredients
- 3medium sized potatoes
- 1tbspextra virgin olive oil15 ml
- 1/2cuplow-fat mayonnaise115 grams
- 2clovesgarlic
- 1tsplemon juice5 ml
- 1/2tsphot smoked Spanish paprika1.15 grams
- pinchsea salt
- dashblack pepper
- handfulfinely chopped parsley
Instructions
Cut 3 medium sized potatoes (peeled, washed & patted dry) into small pieces that are 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick
Add the cut potatoes into a large bowl and fill with cold water, just enough to cover the potatoes, let them sit for at least 30 minutes
After 30 minutes drain the potatoes into a colander and rinse the potatoes under cold running water, then transfer the potatoes over a dishcloth and pat completely dry
Add the potatoes into a large bowl, along with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and season with sea salt & black pepper, toss together until well mixed
Line a baking tray with parchment paper, add the potatoes, all in a single layer, add into a preheated oven, bake + broil option (bottom + top heat), 210 C - 410 F
Meanwhile, add 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise into a bowl, finely grate in 2 cloves garlic, add 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp hot smoked paprika and season with sea salt & black pepper, whisk together until well mixed and set aside
After about 45 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven, transfer into a serving dish, add the spicy garlic mayonnaise over the potatoes and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley, enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Patatas Bravas that will Transport you to Spain | Easy & Healthy Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 4mg1%
Sodium 217mg9%
Potassium 558mg16%
Carbohydrates 26g9%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 145IU3%
Vitamin C 26mg32%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Tags: aioli, appetizer, baked, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, gluten free, hot smoked paprika, lemon, mayonnaise, no fry, patatas bravas, potatoes, side dish, spicy, vegetarian
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13 Comments
Heather
These were incredible!! Will be making them again and again! Thanks for posting this recipe!07 . Mar . 2023
Spain on a Fork
So happy to hear that! Much love 🙂
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Jen
Absolutely a fantastic recipe for patatas bravas!! I’ve made this one a couple times and all I can say is WOW, will always use this recipe. Thank you for a wonderful recipe.16 . Feb . 2022
Spain on a Fork
So happy to hear that! Thanks for the comment 🙂 much love
17 . Feb . 2022
Vic
My daughter is learning Spanish at school so I am searching up Spanish food recipes to keep her interested in the culture. Thank you.27 . Sep . 2021
Spain on a Fork
Sounds great! Much love 🙂
27 . Sep . 2021
Stephen
I’m glad that you’re presenting recipes that are calorie and fat reduced. I made this recipe last night using my air fryer and instead of any oil, I sprayed the pan with cooking spray and then sprayed the potatoes with cooking spray as well. The spray I used has 0 calories and 0 fat. I followed the rest of the recipe exactly and it was wonderful. It was an excellent side dish for a rotisserie chicken that I had also made in my electric cooker. Thanks again.23 . Sep . 2021
Spain on a Fork
So happy to hear that! Much love 🙂
23 . Sep . 2021
Catalina Castillo Maley
Me encantan todas las recetas. Mi familia es de España y para nuestra familia en EE.UU. es importante la la cocina española. ¡Mil gracias!22 . Sep . 2021
Spain on a Fork
Un saludo!
23 . Sep . 2021
laurelie campeau
Wow! What a great recipe and so easy! I made the mistake of parboiling the potatoes but that did not see to affect the outcome, I just roasted them for less time.22 . Sep . 2021
Spain on a Fork
Sounds great! Much love 🙂
23 . Sep . 2021
