Description
Pommes Persillade is a classic French side dish featuring crispy, tender potatoes tossed in a fragrant mixture of fresh garlic and parsley. This easy-to-make recipe offers a burst of vibrant, herbaceous flavors and a perfect crispy texture, making it a versatile accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled fish, or a light salad.
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds firm, waxy potatoes (such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
Persillade Mixture
- 3–4 fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
Other Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons good quality olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel the potatoes if desired, then cut them into uniform bite-sized pieces. Rinse the pieces under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat them completely dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Cook the potatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and are tender inside. This process should take about 15-20 minutes.
- Make the persillade: While the potatoes cook, finely mince the fresh garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley leaves. This mixture provides the distinctive fresh and aromatic qualities of the dish.
- Combine and season: Once the potatoes are cooked, reduce the heat to low. Toss the potatoes with the garlic and parsley mixture, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let the flavors meld together for a minute or two before serving.
Notes
- Dry potatoes thoroughly before cooking to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Use fresh garlic and parsley for the best flavor; avoid dried substitutes.
- Cook potatoes slowly over medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even crisping.
- Feel free to swap some olive oil for butter for a richer flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the full crispy texture and vibrant flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg