Patatas aliñadas is one of those dishes that doesn't necessarily impress at first glance. It's the type of recipe that is completely unforgiving when made with mediocre ingredients, and quite possibly one of the reasons many people return from Spain without truly understanding Spanish cuisine. But when made right, patatas aliñadas is one of Spain's most delicious and refreshing dishes, the perfect Spanish tapa under the warm Spanish sun.


The secret to this patatas aliñadas recipe is to use very high quality ingredients. The dish is typical of Cadiz, where some of the world's best tuna is produced. Spain is also home to what is arguably the best olive oil in the world, making it difficult to go wrong!