Authentic Patatas Bravas Recipe

Combine potatoes 2 cups olive oil and 3 teaspoons salt in a large cold skillet. Heat on low and cook until potatoes are softened 12 to 15 minutes. Increase heat to high and fry until golden 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion with 1 teaspoon salt in the hot oil until onion has softened 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic chile and smoked paprika; simmer for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and return to a simmer. Transfer tomato mixture to a blender cover and puree until tomato sauce is smooth.

Serve patatas bravas with tomato puree and and mayonnaise for dipping.