#Patatas bravas

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Patatas Bravas

[viejospellejos]

¿Hay hambre? Pues unas patatas bravas

@sarten_y_cazo

[steelthroat]

I am looking at the menu of the little restaurant we dined at and looking at my favorite meal I can feel my eyes getting teary...

Patatas bravas, quesadillas, mojito(normal one is nice but the one that tasted like violets was dreamy) and that one sandwich with... beautiful mysterious stuff, I will miss you so much. So so so so much

Las bravas... God how much I'll miss those spicy potatoes. *Sniffle*

[morethansalad]

Patatas Bravas with Salsa and Aioli (Vegan)

[rabbitcruiser]

International Day of Potato

Let’s dive into a celebration about a humble hero with an extraordinary impact—the potato! Picture fields of golden potatoes, from the sun-kissed slopes of the Andes to the lush, green farmlands worldwide.

The day represents a global shout-out to the mighty spud, highlighting its role in feeding billions, supporting farmers, and boosting sustainability. 

International Day of the Potato falls on May 30 each year, a date chosen to celebrate the incredible impact of this versatile crop on the world.

This day highlights the potato’s essential role in tackling food insecurity, improving nutrition, and supporting livelihoods around the globe.

The United Nations, with the support of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), established this day to draw attention to the potato’s benefits, which range from its nutritional value to its economic, environmental, and cultural significance​​​​​​​​.

The celebration of International Day of the Potato underscores the potato’s journey from its origins in the South American Andes to becoming a staple food consumed by billions worldwide.

This day not only celebrates the potato’s nutritional and cultural value but also emphasizes its importance in providing food security and supporting economic development. With over 5,000 varieties, the potato is adaptable to various climates, making it a key crop in efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition​​​​.

The reasons behind marking this day are multi-fold. It aims to raise awareness about the potato’s role in addressing global challenges such as poverty, food scarcity, and environmental threats. The celebration brings to light the crop’s low greenhouse gas emissions, showcasing its environmental benefits.

Additionally, the day recognizes the potato’s contribution to employment and income growth, highlighting the need for further action to maximize its potential in the global fight against hunger and malnutrition.

By celebrating International Day of the Potato, we acknowledge the crop’s significance and the necessity of promoting sustainable agricultural practices to ensure its continued contribution to global food security​​​​​​.

History of Zero International Day of Potato

The story of International Potato Day is a tale of global collaboration and recognition of this vegetable with a profound impact.

On December 16, 2023, the United Nations made a historic move by unanimously adopting a resolution to declare May 30 as International Potato Day.

This decision was warmly embraced by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). It marked a significant step in acknowledging the potato’s crucial role in combating food insecurity and malnutrition worldwide​​.

The push for establishing this day was led by Peru, which is home to thousands of potato varieties, and the International Potato Center (CIP).

The resolution, stemming from an FAO Conference Resolution on July 7, 2023, was aimed at shining a spotlight on the potato’s critical contributions to global agriculture, economic development, food security, and nutrition.

The initiative builds on the momentum of the International Year of the Potato, celebrated in 2008. It highlights the need to emphasize the potato’s significant role in addressing food insecurity, poverty, and environmental threats​​​​.

This day is not just about celebrating the potato but also about raising awareness of its benefits. These range from its nutritional value to its economic and environmental advantages.

It acknowledges the potato’s adaptability, low greenhouse gas emissions, and its role in providing accessible and nutritious food. This celebration also shows the importance of diverse potato varieties and the need for continued genetic improvement to adapt to changing environmental conditions.

The journey to the first International Potato Day involved extensive lobbying and collaboration. Members of the World Potato Congress (WPC) and various countries rallied support for the proposal.

It demonstrated the potato’s value in eradicating poverty, improving food security, and providing healthy food to millions. The chosen date, May 30, aligns with the Peruvian National Potato Day, reinforcing the global significance of this crop.

How to Celebrate International Day of Potato

You can make various potato dishes to celebrate the International Day of Potato. Consider potato peel chips for a quick, crispy snack, or delve into making cheesy potato croquettes for a delicious twist on mashed potatoes.

A potato salad with celery and whole-grain mustard offers a tangy option for a side dish. Alternatively, you can choose a version with honey Dijon Greek yogurt and herbs.

If you’re looking for a main dish, consider the easiest foil packet dinner on the grill. You can also try a sheet pan salmon with roasted potatoes. For a savory breakfast or snack, a leek and potato galette can be a great choice​​.

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Patatas Bravas Recipe

Week 3, day 4 of prepolyglot’s langblr reactivation challenge

Translated from this recipe in Spanish

Easy Patatas Bravas Recipe

Patatas bravas is a dish which is very typical of Spanish cuisine. It is usually served in tapas bars. It consists of fried or baked potatoes accompanied by a spicy sauce. There is no original recipe for this dish, but there are dozens of variations ranging from frying vs baking the potatoes to the ingredients used for the sauces (there are versions even without tomato). Also when it comes to serving time, they can be accompanied by mayonnaise, garlic sauce or aioli sauce. If you are someone who loves this delicious starter, you have surely asked yourself on many occasions how to make patatas bravas like they do in bars. On this occasion, we'll make an easy patatas bravas recipe which will definitely remind you of the ones you get in your favourite bar.

Ingredients for 4 people:

4 medium potatoes

2 cloves of garlic

1/2 onion

1 spoonful of spicy cayenne pepper

1 splash of white vinegar

50g tomato passata

1/2 spoonful of flour

approx 100ml chicken or pork stock

salt and pepper

olive oil

Preparation

Heat a splash of olive oil in a pan on a medium heat. Once it's hot, add the finely chopped garlic and onion. Season and stir until the onion has softened slightly (approx 10 minutes)

Add the cayenne pepper and stir for approx 5 seconds. If you like them even spicier, you can add a chilli or some tabasco. Then add the vinegar and stir for 20 seconds more, before adding the tomato passata, stirring some more and leaving to cook for 5 minutes.

It's now time to add the flour. This will thicken the sauce. Stir again and leave to cook, still on a moderate heat, for about 3 minutes, to toast the flour and get rid of the raw taste.

With all this now cooking, add the stock which can be chicken or pork stock. You can also use stock cubes and water, or just water although the flavour won't be the same. Mix all the ingredients and then blend the sauce. It should be mostly liquid but with some thickness. If it's very greasy, add a bit more stock (try not to throw it away before blending, to be able to correct it afterwards).

Peal the potatoes and roughly chop them. Patatas bravas are usually served in big chunks. Fry them in plenty of oil for around 10 minutes, until they are golden and crunchy.

Once cooked, taken them off the heat and place them on kitchen roll. Add a pinch of salt and leave to sit a couple of minutes before plating up. Drizzle with some spoonfuls of the salsa and they're ready!

As I said above, there is no original recipe for patatas bravas. Some say the most original ones don't have tomato, just cayenne pepper, but there's no proof that this is true. In any case this isn't the most important thing. The most important thing is that they are delicious!

[ireneci]

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Experience the spicy and savory flavors of Spain with this Patatas Brava recipe. Perfect as a tapa or a side dish, these crispy potatoes served with a bold, zesty sauce are sure to be a hit. This patatas brava recipe will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Madrid, where this dish is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. For a complete meal, consider pairing it with our delightful Pao de Queijo or enjoy a fun snack with Korean Kimbap.

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[kirstythejetblackgoldfish]

Patatas bravas - fried, cubed potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce and garlic aioli (basically garlic mayonnaise)

[aracelliworld]

Patatas a la española

yummy, estas son patatas bravas de españa!!

[greedyapron]

31/12/2023 - Lunch

🇪🇸 La Triunfal, Barcelona

🍷 Sangria (€ 7.95, $11.55)

Fruity, like a soft drink. It's a nice way to end the trip.

🍽 Mix of Croquettes (€ 7.95, $11.55)

Most were great. A good plate to try everything.

🥩 Entrana a la Brasa (€ 18.95, $27.53)

Trying the skirt steak cause we ate so much pork. Also cause everything else was really ex. It's decent tender steak that came with great potatoes.

🥘 Paella Marinera (€ 23.95, $34.80)

Good amount of seafood taste. Rice was a little raw nearer to the edges of the pan but was fine in the middle.

🥔 Bravas Caseras (€ 7.50, $10.90)

Tried this cause of the potatoes with the steak. IT'S AMAZING. Best waxy potatoes ever. Comes with aioli and sweet, salty, spicy sauce. The sauce was so addictive. Couldn't stop eating even though I was bursting.

🍮 Crema Catalana (€ 6.95, $10.10)

Good amount of burnt sugar. Nice and creamy. This dish seems to be great in Spain and Portugal. This was rather pricey.

Would recommend coming back just for the potatoes. BUT we haven't really tried this dish elsewhere so....

[todoespecias]

Patatas bravas saludables

Aquí te doy otra idea para usar la magnífica salsa de tomate frito casero que preparo cada semana y te compartí hace unos días. ¡Unas patatas bravas! ¡Sigue leyendo! Continue reading Untitled

[lovemisakoaoki]

Chef John's Patatas Bravas These patatas bravas are Chef John's version of the classic Spanish dish of fried seasoned potato cubes served with a spicy, tangy dipping sauce.

[morethansalad]

Spicy Patatas Bravas / Spanish Tapas Dish (Vegan)

[rabbitcruiser]

World Tapas Day

World Tapas Day, observed annually on the third Thursday of June, is an international holiday celebrating the small Spanish Tapa dish that is usually served with drinks. This year, it falls on June 15. Tapas may be served cold (such as in mixed olives and cheese) or hot. In some bars and restaurants in Spain, South America, Mexico, the United States, and a few other regions across the globe, tapas have evolved into a more sophisticated cuisine than one that is mundanely served with drinks. It can now be served as a full meal if desired. In some Central American countries, tapa snacks are known as ‘bocas,’ and in some parts of Mexico, it is referred to as ‘botanas.’

History of World Tapas Day

The word ‘tapas’ is derived from the Spanish verb ‘tapar,’ which means ‘to cover,’ a variation of the English word ‘top.’ In Spain, before the 19th century, tapas were served in posadas, albergues, or bodegas, which offered meals and rooms to travelers. Because few innkeepers and travelers could read and write, samples of the dishes were made available by innkeepers on a ‘tapa,’ which is a Spanish word for ‘pot cover.’

According to the book “The Joy of Cooking,” the first tapas were thin slices of bread or meat which sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses between sips to prevent fruit flies from hovering over their drink. The meat was normally ham or chorizo, both of which are very salty and activate thirst. This made bartenders and restaurant owners create a variety of snacks to serve with sherry, invariably increasing their alcohol sales. The tapas eventually became as important as the sherry. Tapas have evolved through Spanish history with new ingredients and influences.

The discovery and emergence of the New World birthed the introduction of tomatoes, sweet and chili peppers, which were readily accepted and grown in Spain’s microclimates, further contributing to the culture of tapas as we know it today. Since 2008, the city of Valladolid in Spain and the International School of Culinary Arts have celebrated the International Tapas Competition for Culinary Schools — an annual competition in Spain between global culinary schools to compete for the best tapa concept.

World Tapas Day timeline

1700s Tapas are Served by Innkeepers

Tapas are mostly served as snacks or parts of dishes offered to travelers by innkeepers until the 19th century.

1931 “The Joy of Cooking” is Published

The book “The Joy of Cooking” is published.

2008 The International Tapas Competition

An international competition of tapa concepts between global culinary schools begins in the city of Valladolid, Spain.

2010 World Tapas Day is Created

The holiday, World Tapas Day, is created.

World Tapas Day FAQs

What is the tradition of tapas?

The tradition of tapas dates back to when King Alfonso X of Castile recovered from an illness by drinking wine with small snacks between meals. After regaining his health, Alfonso issued an order prohibiting taverns from serving wine to clients unless it was accompanied by a small snack or “tapa.”

Why are tapas so important to the Spanish culture?

Tapas are important to the Spanish culture as they combine good food with family (or friends) time. This culture has spread throughout the world and become a popular way to put a twist on tradition.

Are tapas expensive?

Tapa prices vary based on size, ingredients used, and the type of bar serving them. While some can be really expensive, others are cheap or even free.

World Tapas Day Activities

Eat some tapas

Visit a Spanish/Mexican-themed bar

Share your experience on social media

What better way to celebrate World Tapas day than to eat some tapas? Either as part of a meal or as a full dish, be sure to share your delicious Spanish dish with your friends and family.

In Spain, South America, Central America, and parts of North America, visiting local bars is part of the tapa culture. But make sure you’re at the legal age to do so.

Whatever your experience is on World Tapas Day, preparing and eating it, or going for a few drinks with friends, be sure to share the fun on social media with the hashtag #WorldTapasDay. It’s a great way to participate!

5 Interesting Facts About Tapas

Tapas are finger food

The word ‘tapas’ means ‘lid’

Tapas are served with alcohol

Some bars offer free tapas

There’s a verb for eating tapas

Tapas aren’t the kinds of dishes you eat with traditional cutlery or utensils; they are eaten with your fingers.

‘Tapas’ is of Spanish origin and literally translates to ‘lid.’

Tapas are usually served with alcoholic beverages, hence their popularity in bars.

If you’re in the right bar at the right time, you might get a free tapa.

Spanish linguists have created a verb for eating tapas, which is ‘tapear’ meaning ‘to eat tapas.’

Why We Love World Tapas Day

Tapas are healthy

Tapas are versatile

A good way to socialize

Tapas can be served as purely vegetables or spices. Both are beneficial to the human body.

Tapas can either be eaten as a meal or in between meals. There are various recipes too!

Tapas are typically served at bars with alcoholic beverages. This makes them a good way to socialize.

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