This smoky, slightly spicy bravas sauce is the flavor bomb behind Spain’s iconic patatas bravas. It’s rich, bold, and ridiculously easy to make with a few pantry staples.

This creamy garlic aioli is a five-minute wonder—just mayo, garlic, lemon, and salt—but it packs enough punch to make any plate feel a little extra.

I just got back from a trip to Barcelona, and if there’s one thing that’s stayed on my mind (besides the sun and cava), it’s the Patatas Bravas I tried during a food tour. Golden, crisp potatoes served hot and crackly, with smoky tomato sauce and sometimes creamy aioli.