Potatoes with Basil
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Potatoes with Basil
Description
This recipe starts by boiling peeled, sliced potatoes in salted water until just tender at the center, then cooling them quickly to prevent overcooking. The parboiled potatoes can be refrigerated for up to two days before finishing to add flexibility to preparation. Meanwhile, thinly sliced shallots are lightly cooked in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, avoiding browning to maintain their delicate flavor.
The potatoes are then added to the skillet with the shallots and tossed gently with a splash of champagne vinegar over high heat for several minutes. Fresh shredded basil, salt, black pepper, and additional vinegar adjust the seasoning and aroma. The result is tender potato slices with a light tang and aromatic herbal lift.
This dish works well served warm as a side for a variety of main courses, especially those benefiting from a gentle acid and fresh herb complement. Its simple components highlight the natural potato flavor enhanced by bright basil and subtle shallot sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 potato peeled and sliced into ¼-inch thick
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallot peeled and very thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
- ¼ cup basil shredded
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Place the potatoes sliced in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Add the 2 teaspoons salt and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and gently boil for 10 minutes or until the center of the potato’s slices are just tender. Be careful not to overcook them. Once ready, drain them and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process. (At this point the potatoes can be refrigerated for 2 days)
- In a heavy 12-inch skillet heat the oil. Add the shallots and toss over medium heat until the thin slices become translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Do not brown.
- Add the potatoes and 1 tablespoon vinegar and gently toss over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Add the basil, salt, black pepper, and more vinegar to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 126 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 126kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 1164mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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