Patatas bravas (, also called patatas a la brava or papas bravas, all meaning "spicy potatoes") is a dish native to Spanish cuisine. It typically consists of that have been cut into cubes, then Frying in Cooking oil and served hot with a spicy "brava" sauce. The brava sauce is primarily sweet or smoked paprika (using high-quality Spanish pimentón de la Vera) and olive-oil-based, often thickened with cornstarch. Some regions call for the addition of tomato paste, although there can be many variations.
The dish is commonly served in and bars throughout Spain as a variety of Tapas.
The sauce for patatas bravas is also sometimes served over mussels. This dish is known as mejillones en salsa brava.
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