Potato Stew | GUISO DE PATATAS
Course: Vegetables and LegumesServings
2
peopleTotal time
1
hourDiscover the heartwarming flavors of Guiso de Patatas, the traditional Spanish potato stew. This classic dish, known for its rich and comforting taste, combines tender potatoes, succulent pieces of meat, and a medley of aromatic spices and vegetables. Here’s an authentic recipe that captures the essence of Spanish home cooking, perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with a taste of Spain. Let me guide you through each step, ensuring you master this beloved stew and bring a touch of Spanish warmth to your kitchen.
Ingredients
700 g potatoes
olive oil
a chicken drumstick
a pork rib
half an onion
a carrot
a tomato
a quarter of a red or green pepper
2 cloves of garlic
a bay leaf and
a teaspoon of pimentón pepper powder / sweet paprika
a pinch of saffron
half a glass of white wine
chicken stock or water
50 g peas
salt and pepper
Directions
- Chop the pork ribs and chicken drumstick into smallish chunks. Season and gently fry in olive oil. Avoid excessive colouration. Remove
- Finely chop the onion, slice the onions and dice the pepper. Fry this in the same oil as the meats with a pinch of salt.
- When soft add the chopped garlic. A few minutes later, the grated tomato pulp. Reduce gently for a few more minutes.
- Now add the pimentón, the saffron and the bay leaf. Stir a minute making sure the pimentón does not burn.
- Pour in the wine and reduce by half.
- Break the potato into even chunks (see video). Add to the pot along with the reserved meats. Stir a minute, then add water or stock to barely cover.
- Cook until the potatoes a done and just starting to fall apart. Add the peas after 10 minutes.
