| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 45 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 365 | 19g | 3g | 46g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 7g | 7g | 5g | 0.4g |
Why I Love Spanish Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes
Every so often, a dish comes along that shakes up my kitchen routine and tickles my taste buds in a way nothing has before. My current culinary obsession hails from España: the humble, yet wholly satisfying Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes. The name’s simplicity belies the depth of flavor contained in this rustic, Spanish delicacy.
A Foothold in Spanish Cuisine
This vibrant dish is a true testament to the allure of Spanish cuisine, traditionally treated with generous amounts of olive oil, a medley of peppers and tomatoes, and a dusting of smoked paprika – a darling of the Iberian peninsula’s food culture. It reminds me of the resourcefulness of heartland cooking where we make the most of our garden’s harvest. The original, non-vegan version of this dish was popularized by master Spanish chef Eduardo Sánchez.
A Twist on the Familiar
Despite its distinct origin, the Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes shares an undeniable kinship with dishes from my own childhood in Nebraska. It’s reminiscent of a corn casserole unafraid to surrender its sweet kernels to the embrace of a warm, creamy bath, or a hearty beef stew eager to warm your insides on a chill, winter day. Like these dishes, the Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes is a triumph of comfort – simple, satisfying, and brimming with love.
An Exciting Pairing
Besides being a delectable main course in its own right, this dish could be an exciting sidekick to a variety of recipes. Imagine it alongside a heaping scoop of cilantro lime rice or perhaps as the vibrant accompaniment to a rich, hearty lentil curry. Or if you’re feeling a bit bold, try a fusion of Midwest and Mediterranean by serving it with my grandma’s time-tested beef stew.
So, in the spirit of exploration and good food, give the Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes a try. It might just be the dish your kitchen is craving, a combination of old-world rusticity with a spin of modern vegan flavor.
What You’ll Need
- 6 large potatoes
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
Method
Step One
Begin by peeling the potatoes and cut them into small cubes. Set them aside once you are done.
Step Two
Next, chop the green and red bell peppers as well as the tomatoes, making sure to remove the seeds. Keep them separately.
Step Three
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them. Set them aside.
Step Four
In a large pan, heat up the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the potatoes to the pan and fry them until they become tender and golden brown.
Step Five
Add the chopped bell peppers and tomatoes to the pan and stir them in with the potatoes. Continue to cook for another 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
Step Six
Add the minced garlic to the pan, followed by the sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir all the ingredients together until they’re well mixed.
Step Seven
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes, letting all the flavors combine. Serve your Vegan Poor Man’s Potatoes while hot and enjoy.
