Air Fryer Patatas Bravas

Method

1. 1

   Soak the potato chunks in just-boiled water for 30 minutes, then drain and leave to air-dry for 5 minutes.

   Potatoes

   30 min timer
2. 2

   Heat the air fryer to 200C. Tip the potatoes into a bowl, drizzle over 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat all over.

   PotatoesOlive oil
3. 3

   Tip the potatoes into the air fryer basket and cook for 20-30 minutes until crisp and golden.

   Potatoes

   30 min timer
4. 4

   Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a small pan over medium-low heat and fry the onion for 8-10 minutes until softened but not golden.

   Olive oilOnion

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5. 5

   Stir in the garlic and cook for a minute, then add the paprika and cook for 30 seconds more.

   GarlicPaprika

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6. 6

   Stir in the tomato puree and cook for 1 minute, then tip in the chopped tinned tomatoes. Cook for 5-10 minutes over medium heat until slightly thickened.

   Tomato pureeChopped tinned tomatoes

   10 min timer
7. 7

   Once the potatoes are cooked, tip them onto a platter and pour over the tomato sauce. Sprinkle with the basil leaves and serve.

   PotatoesChopped tinned tomatoesBasil leaves