Spanish Tapas Potatoes in Garlic Mayonnaise
Transform your next meal into a Spanish-inspired feast with these irresistible Spanish Tapas Potatoes in Garlic Mayonnaise! Perfectly golden and crispy, tender waxy potatoes take center stage, drizzled with a luxuriously creamy homemade garlic mayonnaise that’s bursting with flavor. The secret lies in creating the rich aioli from scratch, combining fresh garlic, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, and a hint of zesty lemon juice for an authentic taste. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, this tapas classic makes a delightful appetizer or side dish for any gathering. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve as a shareable, crowd-pleasing plate that captures the essence of Spanish cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Waxy potatoes
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 100 ml Vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes, about 2 cm wide.
Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain well and let them cool slightly.
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the boiled potatoes and season with 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are golden and crispy on all sides. Remove them from the pan and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
To prepare the garlic mayonnaise, crush the garlic cloves into a smooth paste using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a knife.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, garlic paste, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
Gradually add the vegetable oil, a few drops at a time at first, while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture. Once it starts to thicken, you can add the oil in a thin, steady stream. Continue whisking until you have a thick, creamy mayonnaise.
Taste the mayonnaise and adjust seasoning with salt or additional lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the crispy potatoes to a serving dish and drizzle the garlic mayonnaise over the top. Toss lightly to coat or serve the mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.2 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2519 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.3 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
