Buffalo Patatas Bravas Recipe

Name: Buffalo Patatas Bravas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup Buffalo hot sauce; 1 small clove garlic, grated; 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for sprinkling; 4 large russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar; Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying; Kosher salt; 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 1 1/2 ounces); 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley and/or celery leaves

Servings: persons

1
Mix the mayonnaise, hot sauce, garlic and paprika in a bowl; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
2
Put the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch; add the vinegar.
3
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until fork-tender, 5 minutes.
4
Drain and transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to dry.
5
Heat about 1/4 inch of peanut oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
6
Add half of the potatoes and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes.
7
Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to fresh paper towels to drain; season generously with salt.
8
Repeat with the remaining potatoes.
9
Transfer the potatoes to a platter and top with the prepared sauce, blue cheese and parsley.
10
Sprinkle with more paprika.
11
Photograph by Kana Okada

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Buffalo hot sauce, 1 small clove garlic, grated, 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for sprinkling, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Patatas Bravas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Buffalo Patatas Bravas

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