Description
Patatas bravas fritters bring Spanish street cuisine to home kitchens with crispy golden exteriors and spicy tomato sauce. Savory potato bites deliver authentic Mediterranean flavors that entice palates and invite culinary exploration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 grams) yukon gold potatoes
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters/8 fl oz) virgin olive oil for frying
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters/2 fl oz) milk
- ¼ cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsps baking powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps chopped parsley
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ cup (120 milliliters/4 fl oz) low-fat mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp hot smoked Spanish paprika
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 dash black pepper
- 1 handful chopped parsley
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Peel and dice potatoes into uniform chunks. Place in a stockpot with cold water, adding bay leaf and sea salt, then bring to a vigorous boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Mashing Process: Drain potatoes, discard bay leaf, and transfer to a mixing bowl. Mash thoroughly until completely smooth and lump-free.
- Batter Creation: Whisk eggs, then blend with mashed potatoes, milk, flour, baking powder, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Season with sea salt and mix until achieving a consistent, semi-thick batter.
- Frying Technique: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Shape potato mixture into compact fritters using spoons or hands, then gently place into hot oil.
- Cooking Stage: Fry fritters for approximately 5-6 minutes, turning once to achieve a uniform golden-brown crust and ensure complete internal cooking. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Aioli Preparation: Whisk mayonnaise with minced garlic, paprika, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of olive oil until smooth and well-combined.
- Serving Presentation: Plate warm fritters, sprinkle with additional chopped parsley, and serve immediately with prepared aioli for dipping.
Notes
- Potato Perfection: Dice potatoes uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the fritters.
- Moisture Management: Drain potatoes thoroughly and let them cool slightly to prevent soggy fritters and help bind ingredients effectively.
- Frying Finesse: Maintain medium heat and avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve crispy, golden-brown exteriors without burning.
- Aioli Accent: Prepare sauce just before serving to maximize fresh flavor and provide a zesty complement to the warm, crispy fritters.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg