Air fryer patatas bravas

Ingredients

• 900 gPotato
• 3 tbspOlive oil
• 1 pcsOnion
• 1 pcsGarlic
• 1 tbspPaprika powder
• 1 tbspTomato paste
• 225 gTomato
• 8 pcsBasil
• 0.75 tspSalt
• 0.75 tspPepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak and air-fry the potatoes

   • Soak the potatoes in just-boiled water for 30 minutes, then drain and leave to air-dry for about 5 minutes.
   • Preheat the air fryer to 200 °C.
   • Put the potatoes in a bowl, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Mix to coat evenly.
   • Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 20–30 minutes until crisp and golden.
2. 2

   Make the tomato sauce

   • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a small pan over medium-low heat.
   • Fry the onion for 8–10 minutes until softened but not golden.
   • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
   • Add the paprika and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in the tomato purée and cook for 1 minute.
   • Add the tinned tomatoes and simmer for 5–10 minutes until slightly thickened. Season to taste.
3. 3

   Serve

   • Tip the cooked potatoes onto a platter.
   • Pour the tomato sauce over the potatoes, scatter with basil leaves and serve immediately.