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Spicy Stewed Potatoes — traditional dish from Andalusia, Spain
Main course Vegan

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥400kcal
💪5gProtein
🌾45gCarbs
🥑24gFat
🌿6gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Spicy Stewed Potatoes

How to order / say it
Say it Patatas a lo pobre — [pah-tah-tahs ah loh poh-breh]
Order I'd like the patatas a lo pobre, please.
Locally Me gustaría las patatas a lo pobre, por favor.
Say locally

A rustic Andalusian dish of sautéed potatoes with peppers.

Why try it?

Patatas a lo pobre showcases the simplicity and richness of Andalusian peasant cooking, reflecting a frugal yet flavorful way of eating that utilizes the region's abundant vegetables and olive oil.

How it tastes

The dish is hearty with tender, slightly caramelized potatoes and sweet bell peppers, enhanced by garlic and olive oil. Its flavors are comforting and satisfying, with a hint of smokiness if smoked paprika is used.

Origin & History — first documented: 1750

This dish likely originated in rural Andalusia, where farmers would make hearty meals using minimal ingredients. It's often associated with 'poor man's food', emphasizing frugality without sacrificing taste, an approach that's celebrated in traditional Spanish cuisine.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 500 g potatoes
  • 🥕 1 green bell pepper
  • 🥕 1 red bell pepper
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil
  • 🧄 2 garlic cloves
  • 🧂 to taste salt

Method

  1. 1 Slice potatoes and peppers; mince garlic.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a pan; add garlic and sauté briefly.
  3. 3 Add potatoes and peppers; cook until tender.
  4. 4 Season with salt and serve warm.

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