Patatas Bravas

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with enough cold water to cover by 1 inch along with ½ teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook the potatoes for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and add back to the saucepan. Place the saucepan over medium heat and sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt over them. Cook the potatoes for 5 minutes while stirring constantly until potatoes fluff up and dry.

Step 4

Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle them with the olive oil then transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and crispy.

Step 5

Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium-low heat. Add the garlic, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Stir well and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the water and apple cider vinegar, whisk everything until well combined and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl.

Step 6

Season the potatoes with salt and garnish with parsley if preferred. Serve them drizzled with sauce and mayonnaise.