Transport your taste buds to the sunny Balearic Islands with this rustic and flavorful Patatas Payesa recipe, a Spanish classic bursting with Mediterranean charm. This one-pan dish combines tender, golden potatoes with a medley of sautéed onions, garlic, and colorful bell peppers, all simmered in a rich tomato and sweet paprika sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this comforting recipe perfectly balances hearty and vibrant flavors. Quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, Patatas Payesa is an ideal choice for a vegetarian main course or a versatile side dish to complement grilled meats or seafood. Perfect for any dinner table, bring the taste of Spain home with this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe!
Peel the potatoes and cut them into medium-sized cubes, approximately 2-3 cm wide.
Thinly slice the onion and garlic cloves. Remove the seeds and core from the red and green bell peppers and slice them into thin strips.
Blanch the tomatoes by scoring an 'X' on their bottoms, boiling them for 30 seconds, then transferring them to ice water. Once cool, peel off the skin, dice the tomatoes, and set them aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and garlic to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent.
Add the red and green bell peppers to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Add the cubed potatoes to the pan, stirring to combine with the tomato-pepper mixture. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the potatoes cook for 25-30 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Check the potatoes for doneness by piercing them with a fork. They should be tender and fragrant.
Sprinkle the finished dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your Patatas Payesa as a main course or as a delicious side dish to grilled meats or fish.
Calories |
1184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 59.4 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2444 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 4176 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.