Patatas a lo Pobre
Patatas a lo Pobre, or 'poor man's potatoes,' is a classic Spanish tapas dish originating from Andalusia. It consists of simple, rustic ingredients: thinly sliced potatoes slowly fried in generous olive oil with sweet green peppers, onions, and often garlic, sometimes topped with a fried egg.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and healthy fats from the olive oil, with minimal protein unless an egg is added. It provides a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and monounsaturated fats, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 20 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'poor man's potatoes' reflects its humble origins as a frugal, filling meal, yet it showcases the Spanish mastery of transforming simple ingredients into something deeply flavorful through slow cooking. Nutritionally, the generous use of olive oil aligns it with the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet.
