Rustic New Potatoes Skillet
β° Prep & Cook Time: ~25 minutes
π½οΈ Servings: 2-3
Ingredients
- 600 g small new potatoes
- Granulated garlic (to taste)
- Curry powder (to taste)
- Salt, black pepper (generous)
- 4 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes well with a rough sponge.
- Place potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover them and add 2 Β½ teaspoons of salt. Boil for up to 10 minutes from when the water starts boiling, until a fork pierces them easily.
- Heat oil in a wide skillet (I used a 30 cm pan so all potatoes fit in one batch). Drain the potatoes and add them to the skillet, stirring to coat with oil.
- Using the bottom of a jar or a potato masher, gently crush the potatoes so some break apart while others keep their shape. This creates a nice textural contrast β the broken pieces soak up flavors better.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and curry powder (or your favorite spices/herbs like rosemary).
- Fry for 5 minutes on one side until crispy. Flip, season again, and fry another 5 minutes until golden and crunchy on the other side.
- Serve straight from the skillet for a rustic presentation.
π½οΈ Serving Suggestions
Perfect as a hearty, flavorful side dish to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or vegetable mains. Also delicious topped with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for extra creaminess.
π Final Thoughts
This easy skillet recipe celebrates the delicate new potatoes with a crispy crust and soft interior. The gentle crushing step enhances flavor absorption and texture contrast, turning simple potatoes into a delicious rustic delight.