Spanish Tapas~ Potato Aioli and Potato Bravas

When you want a fast and delicious appetizer or snack duo keep these Spanish tapas in mind. Budget friendly and they can be on the table in a matter of minutes. Everyone I've ever served them to cannot get enough of these ~ so make plenty.







Shallow-fried potato cubes, sprinkled with salt are sauteed in olive oil for about 10 minutes until crispy then served with one or both of these flavorful sauces.





I always serve with both of the sauces because they compliment each other so beautifully.

The Bravas sauce (bravas meaning fierce in this case) is made by heating a little canned tomato sauce in olive oil, a bit of Dijon mustard, the very flavorful sweet or smoky Spanish paprika, Tabasco sauce (as much or as little as you like) and a bit of salt to taste.

The aioli is a quick version using good quality mayonnaise blended with freshly minced garlic and a little fresh lemon juice.

In keeping with the theme I serve them in small shallow earthenware dishes known as cazuelas.

Are you familiar with the traditional Spanish cooking/serving vessels known as

Cazuelas? (If not, you can click the link to learn more.)


They so are useful for both cooking and serving ~ and inexpensive enough to have an entire collection of all sizes. I use them frequently for cooking and serving all kinds of food.

I hope you'll remember this method the next time you want a mouthwatering little snack. I believe you'll like these as much as my family and friends do.

If you would like a printable copy of the recipe it is on the Once Upon a Plate Recipe Blog; click HERE.

Thank you for stopping by ~ I hope you have a lovely day.