Salt-crust potatoes
Discover the perfect Salt-crust Potatoes recipe! Our easy-to-follow guide uses just egg whites, all-purpose flour, and potatoes to create a beautifully seasoned crust, delivering tender, flavorful spuds. Ideal for any meal!
- 02 Apr 2024
- Cook time 60 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 6 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
Salt-crust potatoes are a delectable and unique side dish known for their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. This recipe involves encasing the potatoes in a salt-flour mixture, which creates a seal that locks in moisture and enhances the natural taste of the potatoes. Perfect for impressing your dinner guests or enjoying a new twist on a classic ingredient.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Do not peel the potatoes; the skin will help protect the flesh and retain moisture during baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg whites and all-purpose flour. Mix together until it forms a thick, cohesive dough. This dough will be used to encase each potato in a salt crust.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Divide the dough into six equal portions.
- Take one portion of dough and flatten it into a disk shape. Place one potato in the center of the disk and carefully wrap the dough around it. Smooth out the dough to ensure it completely covers the potato, with no gaps or exposed areas. Repeat with the remaining potatoes.
- Place the dough-wrapped potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure they are evenly spaced to allow for even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60-75 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and hard to the touch. The exact baking time will depend on the size of your potatoes.
- Once the potatoes are baked, carefully remove them from the oven.
- Let them cool for about 10 minutes, allowing the salt crust to harden further.
- Gently crack the salt crust open with a knife or a mallet. Be cautious to avoid breaking the potatoes inside.
- Peel away and discard the salt crust.
- Serve the potatoes hot, either whole or cut into smaller pieces, with your favorite dip, butter, or seasoning.
Tips:
- Choose potatoes that are similar in size to ensure even cooking.
- You can add herbs and spices to the salt-flour mixture for additional flavor.
- If you don’t have a brush to remove excess salt, a clean kitchen towel will work.
- Make sure to let the potatoes cool slightly before cracking open the salt crust to avoid burns.
- Serve with a dipping sauce or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Salt-crust potatoes are a simple yet impressive dish that highlights the wonderful flavor of potatoes. The salt crust ensures that the potatoes stay moist and tender inside while developing a delightful, crispy exterior. Serve these alongside your favorite main course or enjoy them on their own for a savory treat.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 300 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 400kcal | 16% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 16g | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 80g | 24% |
| Fiber 6g | 16% |
| Sugar 2.04g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 1.24g | 1% |
| Saturated 0.15g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 0.00ug | 0% |
| Choline 30mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 0.35mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 0.19mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 3.15mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 0.65mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B9 45ug | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 0.03ug | 1% |
| Vitamin C 40mg | 44% |
| Vitamin E 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 4.19ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 40mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.36mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.38mg | 22% |
| Magnesium, Mg 70mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus, P 200mg | 16% |
| Potassium, K 1000mg | 29% |
| Selenium, Se 20ug | 35% |
| Sodium, Na 70mg | 5% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.33mg | 12% |
| Water | |
| Water 190g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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