PATATAS A LA POBRE (POOR MAN'S POTATOES)
Spanish recipe from the Alpujarras. This is the most authentic version I know and is similar to the version served in the mountain restaurant where we like to take our visitors. Genuine patatas a la pobre does not contain meat but we often add beaten eggs to the drained patatas and cook some more, stirring until the eggs are set (scrambled eggs in UK, shirred I think in US)
Provided by Englishveggie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large, deep frying pan (I use a non stick wok).
- Add the potatoes and some salt and fry on a high heat for 5 minutes, turning the potatoes in the oil, and then turn the heat down very low.
- Cover the pan and continue gently frying the potatoes for 10 minutes.
- Add the green pepper, garlic and onion and give everything a good stir.
- Cover the pan again and leave to fry gently for another 10 minutes. Check from time to time to make sure that it's not sticking too much to the bottom of the pan.
- At the end of 10 minutes look to see whether the potatoes are cooked and taste for salt, add some more if necessary.
- The potatoes need to be soft but with some of them a bit crispier to add to the flavour. If the potatoes are not fully cooked, put the lid back on and leave on the heat for another 5 minutes or so.
- Remove the vegetables from the oil with a slotted spoon and serve.
- If you want to add eggs, drain the oil from the pan, leaving the veggies and turn the heat up a little higher.
- Add one beaten egg per person and cook, stirring, until eggs are cooked to your taste.
- Prep time includes 20 mins soaking.
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Ngawangtashi Sherpa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but I actually really enjoyed this dish. The crispy edges and soft interiors were perfect.
asmae Ghoniem
[email protected]These potatoes are so good! I love the crispy edges and the soft, fluffy interiors. They're the perfect side dish for any meal.
Chozen Dmv
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The potatoes were done in no time, and they were absolutely delicious.
Felicia Seyarah
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook potatoes, and this recipe is a keeper. The potatoes were crispy and flavorful, and they paired perfectly with the garlic and paprika.
Bert Macklin
[email protected]These potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're crispy, flavorful, and sure to please everyone.
Aamir Tanha143
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to let the natural flavor of the potatoes shine through.
Suresh Bk
[email protected]These potatoes are crispy, flavorful, and addictive. I can't stop eating them!
Tony and NICK
[email protected]This is a delicious and affordable dish. I love that it's so easy to make.
Shah nawaz 22 khan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Abdul Wadood
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but I actually really enjoyed this dish. The crispy edges and soft interiors were perfect.
Moto
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. I had some leftover mashed potatoes and I used them to make this dish. They turned out great!
Subin Theeng
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my potatoes didn't turn out well. They were mushy and didn't have much flavor.
Benedict Charles
[email protected]These potatoes were just okay. They weren't as crispy as I hoped they would be, and the flavor was a bit bland.
Sembuya Yusuf
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the potatoes and asked for the recipe.
michael Johnston
[email protected]These potatoes were so good! I especially liked the addition of the garlic and paprika. They really gave the dish a nice flavor.
Dan Sunday
[email protected]I loved the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, I was able to create a delicious and satisfying dish.
Poisal Khan faysal
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The potatoes were crispy and flavorful, and they paired perfectly with the main course.
Billa Hashmi
[email protected]These potatoes were a hit with my family! The crispy edges and soft, fluffy interiors were perfect. I will definitely be making this dish again.