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    Home > Recipes > Gluten-Free Vegan Recipes

    Loaded Patatas a lo Pobre

    Updated: Aug 10, 2024 | Published: Aug 17, 2022 | by Amanda | 6 Comments

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    Calling all potato lovers! We are taking the Spanish classic Patatas a lo pobre to the next level with salty olives, artichokes and peppers.

    It's spuds, but with attitude.

    A single serving of the loaded poor man's potatoes on an olive coloured plate sitting on a grey napkin with the remaining potatoes in a skillet in the background

    This recipe was originally posted on June 5, 2016 and updated with recipe variations, cooking steps, FAQ's and new images on August 17, 2022.

    Jump to:
    • What is Patatas a lo Pobre? 
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients & Substitutions
    • Step-by-Step Guide
    • Recipe Variations
    • FAQs
    • More Vegan Comfort Food to Try
    • Make This Recipe
    • Leave a Comment

    What is Patatas a lo Pobre? 

    Patatas a lo pobre, Poor man's potatoes, is a traditional Spanish dish made from, you guessed it, potatoes.

    Originating in medieval Spain, the dish was made up of inexpensive ingredients - potatoes, onions and peppers - making it affordable for the less affluent masses. Thus the name, "poor man's potatoes". 

    I call this version loaded Poor man's potato because it loads up with the additional flavours and textures of artichoke and salty olives. I also cook the dish in a small amount of stock to bring it all together and add depth.

    Why This Recipe Works

    Just when I thought potatoes couldn't be anymore awesome, along comes patatas a lo pobre. This rustic potato dish is perfect as a side but more than enough for a cheeky main.

    • It's so easy to make.
    • This dish is comforting as only potatoes can be.
    • Thanks to a smattering of olives, some juicy artichoke and sweet peppers, this loaded version is packed with flavour.
    • We love that it's naturally gluten-free.
    • This recipe is easily adaptable - make it your own with baby spinach, garlic, chilli flakes. Whatever floats your boat.

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    Potatoes. Use a good all-purpose potato. I use a combination of Baby Reds and Baby Creams but you can use Desirees, Maris Piper our Yukon.

    Onion. I love red onions here but honestly, you can use a yellow onion or a few good sized French shallots.

    Peppers. Roast peppers from a jar are perfect here but you can also roast your own.

    Olives. I love the saltiness of Kalamata olives but milder green olives are totally OK. Olives aren't traditional, so make it how you like it. I often use both!

    Stock. The potatoes are cooked a second time in a a little stock. Use a good quality vegetable stock or a vegan chicken-style stock.

    Artichoke hearts. Save yourself some time and use canned or jarred cooked artichoke hearts. I love homemade artichokes but honestly, they play a supporting role here. Go with good old store-bought chokes.

    Overhead shot of a rustic steel skillet full of freshly made loaded poor man's potatoes on a wooden table.

    Step-by-Step Guide

    Step 1.

    First you're going to pre-cook your potatoes in a large pot of water.

    Step 2.

    Next, sauté your onions in a heavy bottomed skillet before adding the spices.

    Step 3.

    Add the potatoes face down, followed by the peppers, artichokes and olives.

    Step 4.

    Finally, add the stock and gently cook it all down until the potatoes are cooked through but still hold their shape. Add some parsley and you are ready to serve.

    A close-up image of the loaded poor man's potatoes in a steel skillet to show the correct consistency of the finished dish.

    Recipe Variations

    Patatas a lo pobre is traditionally a really simple dish but you can add texture and flavours as you like. I love the combination of olives, peppers and artichoke but you can create your own riff.

    • Add capers for a salty-sour punch.
    • Baby spinach adds iron.
    • Throw in some vegan feta for texture and protein
    • A smattering of chilli or a drizzle of shatta adds heat.
    • Add vegan chorizo or bacon.

    The beauty of this dish, besides its complete deliciousness, is that almost all ingredients are from the pantry if you keep your potatoes and onions in the pantry, which I do.

    I bought a small tub of mixed olives from the deli and a fresh bunch of curly green parsley but that's it, the rest we already had. Who doesn't love that?

    If you like the simplicity of a one-pot mushroom pasta or the essence of the wholemeal pissaladiére, you'll love this.

    FAQs

    Which potatoes work best in Patatas a lo pobre?

    All-purpose potatoes work best. Think "Desiree, Russets, Yukon or Maris Piper." A good old Chat will work too

    How do I store the any leftovers?

    You can store you patatas a lo pobre in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can I say, it's pretty delicious served at room temperature as a salad.

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    Make This Recipe

    A skillet of potatoes and vegetables on a wooden bench

    Loaded Patatas a lo Pobre

    With artichokes, olives and roast peppers these loaded Patatas a lo Pobre are a flavoursome spin on a traditional Spanish dish.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Mains | Sides and Condiments
    Cuisine: Spanish
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 282.45kcal
    Author: Amanda Logan

    Ingredients 

    • ½ kilogram baby potatoes I chose Baby Red and Baby Creams
    • ¼ cup good quality olive oil
    • 1 red onion finely chopped
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ cup roasted red peppers from a jar preferably in oil
    • ½ cup artichoke hearts (jarred or canned) sliced  
    • ⅓ cup Kalamata olives pitted
    • ¼ cup vegetable stock or vegan chicken-style stock
    • pinch sea salt
    • crack black pepper
    • ¼ cup parsley finely chopped

    Instructions

    • Cut the potatoes in to halves
    • Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water by at least 2 inches. Turn on the heat up high and bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook the potatoes for 7-8 minutes or until almost cooked through. Gently drain and set aside.
    • In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the olive oil on low. 
    • Add the onion and cook for 1 minute and then stir in the paprika and oregano.
    • Place the potatoes, cut side down, in the pan. 
    • Season the potatoes with sea salt and black pepper 
    • Sprinkle the sliced peppers over the potato and then the artichoke hearts. 
    • Throw in the pitted olives and pour in the stock and cook on low for 20 minutes. 
    • The dish is ready when the potatoes can be pierced with a fork but still hold their shape.  Sprinkle with fresh parsley to serve.
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    Notes

    Which potatoes work best in Patatas A Lo Pobre?
    All-purpose potatoes work best. Think "Desiree, Russets, Yukon or Maris Piper. A good old Chat will work too.
    How do I store any leftovers?
    You can store your patatas a lo pobre in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Can I say, it's pretty delicious served at room temperature as a salad.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282.45kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.61g | Protein: 3.27g | Fat: 17.67g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Sodium: 406.03mg | Potassium: 566.4mg | Fiber: 4.39g | Sugar: 3.24g | Vitamin A: 696.13IU | Vitamin C: 46.76mg | Calcium: 40.16mg | Iron: 2.02mg
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    1. Peter says

      December 07, 2020 at 11:58 am

      wonderful salad - did this at last years Xmas dinner and again this year 🙂

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        December 08, 2020 at 8:48 am

        I'm so glad you like it, Peter. It is such an easy and tasty dish and who doesn't love potatoes, right? 🙂 Thanks so much for writing to me.

        Reply
    2. thalia says

      June 05, 2016 at 11:35 pm

      I love the shots of these potatoes! They look so rustic and delicious. Definitely would love to try some.

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        June 06, 2016 at 12:07 am

        Thanks Thalia! I loved doing this shoot. I love the potatoes more. Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    3. Allie | In This Kitchen says

      June 05, 2016 at 8:00 pm

      These are so beautiful for being such a simple dish! Those are my favorite kinds of meals 🙂 And all of your photos are so, so beautiful. I love the styling.

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        June 05, 2016 at 9:42 pm

        Thanks so much Allie, that's so lovely of you to say. I love these potatoes - they are so easy and just yum.

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