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    Spanish Potatoes

    Published: Dec 4, 2020 · Modified: Jun 27, 2022 by Kathy Carmichael · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Spanish potatoes

    Spanish potatoes, or patatas bravas, are a tomato-based "spicy potato" recipe. When I transitioned to a plant-based diet, I was excited about eating potatoes...and eating them often.  With that being said, I also like variety and sauces when making and eating roasted potatoes. 

    But, the beauty of this Spanish potato recipe is you choose how spicy, spicy is. Although I LOVE spicy food, my Spanish potato recipe is mild, with the option of turning up the heat. 

    Even though most Spanish potato recipes contain oil, my recipe is oil-free, and with a few special cooking tips, the results are crispy, saucy potatoes that are soft and supple on the inside. 

    As a side dish or a tapa, Spanish potatoes are also fabulous in a bowl full of veggies and grilled tofu. Whatever way you choose to enjoy these Spanish potatoes, this recipe won't disappoint. 

    THE BENEFITS OF EATING ROASTED POTATOES

    Unfortunately, potatoes get a bad reputation. In fact, some people avoid potatoes because they are classified as carbohydrates. On the contrary, potatoes are a superfood! 

    Potatoes, a versatile root vegetable, are cheap, easy to grow, and packed with various nutrients.

    According to Healthline, potatoes are an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals.

    One medium baked potato (6.1 ounces or 173 grams), including the skin, provides (2):

    • Calories: 161
    • Fat: 0.2 grams
    • Protein: 4.3 grams
    • Carbs: 36.6 grams
    • Fiber: 3.8 grams
    • Vitamin C: 28% of the RDI
    • Vitamin B6: 27% of the RDI
    • Potassium: 26% of the RDI
    • Manganese: 19% of the RDI
    • Magnesium: 12% of the RDI
    • Phosphorus: 12% of the RDI
    • Niacin: 12% of the RDI
    • Folate: 12% of the RDI

    Spanish Potatoes Served Fork

    WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE NEEDED TO MAKE PATATAS BRAVAS?

    • Baby red potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes
    • Yellow onion
    • Garlic cloves
    • White wine ( I used Chardonnay)
    • Tomato paste
    • Vegetable broth
    • Rotel tomatoes (mild)
    • Chalupa or hot sauce of choice
    • Smoked paprika
    • Sea Salt
    • Maple syrup

    One of the best ways to roast potatoes without oil is to parboil the potatoes first. As a result, the potatoes are softened before roasting in the oven, which creates a soft interior and a crispy exterior. 

    Another suggestion is to cut the potatoes, before parboiling, in uniform sizes, so the potatoes cook evenly. 

    Parboil potatoes for spanish potatoes

    While the potatoes roast, the Spanish potato sauce can be made. 

    HOW TO MAKE THE SPICY SAUCE FOR SPANISH POTATOES

    First, to make the sauce, saute the garlic and onions in a small amount of vegetable broth to avoid sticking. Then, add the white wine and reduce to half the fluid, and add the other ingredients. 

    Spanish Potato Sauce

    Once the tomatoes are broken down, and all the fluid dissipates, you can either leave the sauce chunky, as is, or you can blend it slightly or blend it to a smooth texture. For this recipe, I chose to blend slightly, leaving a slightly thicker, chunky sauce. 

    Add the sauce Spanish potatoes

    Next, the roasted potatoes are removed from the oven and transferred to a casserole dish. And then the sauce and potatoes are combined and roasted again, uncovered, for an additional 10 minutes. 

    Spanish potatoes cooked

    MILD, MEDIUM, OR SPICY ROASTED SPANISH POTATOES...YOU CHOOSE YOUR HEAT!

    Spanish potatoes prepared

    Because this recipe can be made mild, medium, or spicy, I began with a mild version so that you can spice it up based on your individual heat level. 

    For instance, the original recipe provided is a mild Spanish potato recipe. As a result, you can always add heat, but you can't take it away. 

    So, I suggest you begin with the base recipe and then add heat. 

    HOW TO ADD ADDITIONAL HEAT TO SPANISH POTATOES: ADVICE AND WARNING

    • Rotel Tomatoes come in mild, medium, and spicy (I used mild)
    • Add more smoked paprika, a small amount at a time, to increase heat.
    • Hot sauce (I chose a mild variety of Chalupa), but using Tabasco sauce or Sriracha will increase the heat.
    • Adding black pepper also increases the heat. 

    Be advised, however, to choose one of the above suggestions, and taste as you go. Everyone's taste is different, and I wouldn't want anyone to waste food. The Spanish potato recipe is already slightly spicy in its original state. 

    Spanish Potatoes Side Dish

    So, if you are looking for a unique way to prepare potatoes, make this recipe for roasted Spanish potatoes!

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    Spanish potatoes

    Spanish Potatoes

    Kathy Carmichael
    Spanish potatoes, or patatas bravas, are a tomato-based "spicy potato" recipe. Oil-free and simply delicious, this Spanish potato recipe is perfect as a side dish, a tapa, or as the base for a vegan bowl full of vegetables.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Spanish
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 111 kcal

    Equipment

    • 365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Pure 100% Grade A Maple Syrup, Dark Color Robust Taste, 32 Fl Oz
    • NutriBullet Pro 900 Hi-Speed Blender/Mixer, 9-piece Set

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 pounds baby red potatoes cut in half or quartered uniform sized
    • ½ medium yellow onion chopped
    • 3 garlic cloves chopped
    • ¼ cup white wine
    • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
    • ¼ cup vegetable broth
    • 10 ounces Rotel tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon Chalupa or hot sauce of choice
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Wash and cut the potatoes in halves or quarters depending on sizes. You want the pieces approximately the same size, so they cook uniformly.
    • Parboil the potatoes by placing them in a pot and covering them with water; add a teaspoon of salt. Bring water to a boil and cook for 5 minutes. 
    • Drain potatoes in a colander. This step allows for the potatoes to be soft on the inside and get crispy on the outside
    • Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange the parboiled potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat
    • Roast for 30 minutes.
    • Sauté onions and garlic in a skillet while the potatoes are roasting sautéeing the chopped onions and garlic, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes, or until they begin to brown on the edges. Add a small amount of vegetable broth to avoid sticking.
    • Add the white wine to the pan and turn the heat to high. Boil on a high boil until the wine is reduced by half, then add the tomato paste and stir to combine.
    • Add the Rotel tomatoes, hot sauce, salt, maple syrup, and smoked paprika. Stir well and reduce the heat to a bare simmer.
    • Let the sauce cook slowly while the potatoes roast. If you want, you can use a blender or an immersion blender to purée the sauce until smooth ( I did), but you can also leave the sauce more chunky if you prefer.
    • Remove the potatoes from the oven.
    • In a casserole dish, combine roasted potatoes and spicy sauce.
    • Toss potatoes with sauce, and return the casserole pan, uncovered to roast in the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce dries out a bit, and the sauce sticks to the potatoes.
    • Serve as a side dish, tapa or an entree.

    Notes

    Because this recipe can be made mild, medium, or spicy, I began with a mild version so that you can spice it up based on your individual heat level. 
    For instance, the original recipe provided is a mild Spanish potato recipe. As a result, you can always add heat, but you can't take it away. 
    So, I suggest you begin with the base recipe and then add heat. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 513mgPotassium: 697mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 331IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg
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    Kathy Carmichael

    Hi! My name is Kathy, I am a retired high school English teacher & vegan enthusiast and blogger. My entire blog is fully plant-based vegan. I truly believe what we eat & how we live determines our health & the preservation of our planet! 🙂

    www.kathysvegankitchen.com/about-me/
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