The Best Buttery Parsley Boiled Potatoes
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The Best Buttery Parsley Boiled Potatoes
Description
This recipe features red potatoes boiled in salted water until fork-tender, with the skins softening enough to loosen. After draining, the hot potatoes return to the pan with sliced butter and chopped Italian parsley. Seasoned with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, the potatoes are stirred or shaken vigorously, causing some to break and release starch, which helps bind the butter and herbs for a flavorful coating.
The dish balances the waxy potato texture with rich butter and fresh parsley aroma, creating a simple yet effective way to elevate boiled potatoes. Minimal cooking steps keep preparation straightforward while ensuring satisfying flavor and moistness.
These potatoes make a reliable accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled dishes, or any main course needing a buttery, herbaceous side. Serving warm maximizes the buttery shine and melded seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ to 2 pounds red potato small
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt , plus more to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter cut into slices, salted
- ¼ cup Italian parsley chopped, fresh
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Add the potatoes to a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches.
- Bring to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Reduce to a rolling simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork tender and the skin is beginning to fall away from the potatoes, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the water from the pan. Quickly add the potatoes back to the saucepan with the butter and parsley, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Give the potatoes a vigorous stir with a wooden spoon or shake with the lid on so the potatoes break up a bit. Let sit on the still warm (but off) burner for 5-10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 459mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 530mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 386IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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