Patatas Bravas in an Air Fryer

Crispy Spanish-style potatoes from an air fryer topped with a spicy tomato sauce — a famous tapas appetizer.

Ingredients

• 900 g Potatoes (diced)
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 pcs Onion
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Tomato paste
• 225 g Canned tomatoes
• to taste Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Soak the diced potatoes in boiling water for 30 minutes, then drain and let dry for 5 minutes.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of oil, ½ teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Cook for 20–30 minutes until golden and crispy.
3. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil and sauté the onion for 8–10 minutes until softened. Add the garlic (1 minute), paprika (30 seconds), tomato paste (1 minute), then the canned tomatoes. Simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
4. Transfer the cooked potatoes to a serving dish, pour the tomato sauce over them, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.