# Patatas bravas (from Food Wishes)

Video: [Patatas Bravas -- Crispy Potatoes with Spicy Garlic & Chili Aioli](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM) by [Food Wishes](https://www.youtube.com/@foodwishes).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$1.12 per serving, ~$3.36 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$20.88* per serving (95%) vs ordering out (~$22.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario bistro plate at ~$22, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- some water _(amount estimated)_
- to taste salt
- some smoked paprika
- a little cumin _(amount estimated)_
- 2 bay leaves
- some russet potatoes
- some garlic
- a little chipotle
- some mayonnaise
- a splash sherry vinegar
- a little tomato paste
- a little cayenne
- some black pepper
- 1.5 inches vegetable oil
- some parsley

## Steps

1. [0:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=16s) Heat water in a pot, add salt, smoked paprika, cumin, and bay leaves, and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. [0:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=29s) Peel russet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes.
3. [1:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=73s) Transfer the cubed potatoes into the simmering seasoned liquid and cook until almost tender.
4. [1:36](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=96s) Drain the potatoes and spread them on a wire rack to air dry and cool completely.
5. [2:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=132s) Crush sliced garlic with salt, smoked paprika, and chipotle in a mortar.
6. [2:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=141s) Mix mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, and tomato paste into the mortar mixture to create a sauce.
7. [2:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=155s) Sample the sauce, adjust seasoning with more vinegar and cayenne, and set aside.
8. [3:11](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=191s) Combine fine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, chipotle, and cayenne in a bowl for seasoning.
9. [3:27](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=207s) Heat vegetable oil in a skillet on high heat.
10. [3:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=220s) Fry the cooled, dried potato cubes in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
11. [4:14](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=254s) Drain the fried potatoes on paper towels.
12. [4:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=261s) Toss the fried potatoes with seasoning salt in a bowl.
13. [4:25](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzyzlkouXsM&t=265s) Serve the potatoes on a plate with toothpicks, topped with the aioli sauce and fresh parsley.

## Equipment

- pot
- knife
- cutting board
- strainer
- wire rack
- mortar and pestle
- bowl
- cast-iron skillet
- paper towels
- toothpicks

## What the video didn't say

- Exact measurements for water, salt, spices, garlic, mayonnaise, and oil are not specified.
- Cooking times and temperatures are estimated by the creator.

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