The Authentic Patatas Bravas Recipe from Madrid

By Edu Valor / Author - Spanish Chef

The patatas braves recipe can come in different versions but it's always recognizable. Fried potato chunks with a reddish sauce on top.

You've probably seen it (or had it) if you have travelled to Spain. It's one of those common tapas dishes widely available in snackbars and restaurants.

For a quick meal solution, make this one! It doesn't get much quicker and easier. I have it with a salad or some fried meat or fish.

Do You want Tomato with It?

Culinary experts agree with each other, patatas bravas likely originated from Madrid. But even in Madrid they serve a variety of them.

Some have garlic mayo (allioli) added, or a type of tartar sauce, and a few other options.

Generally, there are two main brava sauces: The one with paprika only and the other paprika mixed with tomato. One thing that can't be omitted is its spicyness. 

That's the whole reason they're called patatas "bravas", as in wild, fiery or hot potatoes!