Best 10 Potatoes In Salt Crust Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the delectable simplicity of potatoes cooked in a salt crust. This ancient technique transforms ordinary potatoes into extraordinary gems, delighting the palate with a magical combination of crispy crust and fluffy interior. Immerse yourself in the charm of this rustic dish, where the natural flavors of potato and salt intertwine to create a symphony of taste. The allure of potatoes in salt crust lies in its ability to elevate the humble spud to new heights, resulting in an unforgettable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SALT-BAKED POTATOES



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Categories     Potato     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Gourmet     Fat Free     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 (1/2-pound) russet (baking) potatoes
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1/2 cup kosher salt

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Prick potatoes in several places with a fork. Coat each potato with egg white, then crust potatoes completely in salt. Bake potatoes in a shallow baking pan until tender when pierced with a sharp knife, about 1 hour.
  • Crack off as much salt as desired from skin before serving.

SYRACUSE SALT POTATOES



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Salt potatoes are a regional specialty of Syracuse, New York, a.k.a. The Salt City. Salt potatoes date to the 1800s, invented by local salt mine workers who created a simple and inexpensive lunch by boiling small potatoes in brine. The potatoes are still very popular today with the Central New York crowd, making an incredibly easy and delicious side dish.

Provided by kaspmary

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 pounds new potatoes
1 ½ cups fine salt
8 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Wash the potatoes and set aside. Fill a large pot with water; stir in salt until it no longer dissolves and settles on the bottom. Place potatoes in the pot and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender but firm, about 15 minutes. Drain; cover to keep hot.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small pan over medium high heat, or in microwave. Serve immediately poured over potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 95.4 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SALT-CRUSTED FINGERLING POTATOES



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This is a delicious appetizer that can be cooked in a few minutes, adapted from a dish served by José Andrés at The Bazaar, his restaurant in Los Angeles. Over several visits, I enjoyed his extravagant treats, like the sticks of foie gras wrapped in cotton candy and the crispy cones filled with cauliflower cream and American caviar, but the dish I kept thinking about was "Salty Wrinkled Potatoes." He flies in potatoes from Cape Verde. I pick up fingerling potatoes from our local farmers' market and can't tell the difference. Select the smallest fingerlings you can find.

Provided by David Latt

Categories     quick, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fingerling potatoes, washed
3 cups water
1/2 cup Kosher salt
2 garlic cloves, skins on
1 cup Italian parsley, washed, leaves only
1 cup cilantro, washed, leaves only
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes, water, and Kosher salt into a pot and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. With a wooden skewer, test to see if they are tender. Pour off most of the water, reserving as much salt as possible.
  • Lower the heat and keep a watchful eye on the potatoes. The goal is to let the water evaporate so the potatoes are coated in salt. Be careful not to burn the salt or the potatoes. Cook another 3 to 4 minutes, then remove the potatoes and let cool.
  • Use a kitchen towel to wipe the excess salt off each potato, leaving only a light dusting of salt on each. Clean the potatoes one by one so the skins don't break.
  • To make the dipping sauce, start by putting the garlic cloves on a skewer. Char them on an open flame. Brush off the blackened skins and roughly chop. Place the parsley and cilantro leaves, the roasted garlic, black pepper, and olive oil into a mini-blender and puree to a smooth consistency.
  • Pour the sauce into a small bowl. Serve the potatoes and sauce at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 335, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 788 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

RED LOBSTER SALT CRUSTED BAKED POTATOES



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This has long been a specialty of mine. These potatoes are versatile. They can be wrapped in foil or left exposed. They can be baked using convection or a regular oven. You might even try the microwave. I added those directions at the end. These potatoes will come out very tender, full of flavor and oh so yummy. You might choose to eat them with nothing but butter on top, as my husband does. These potatoes are even hearty enough to replace meat as your main dish at supper. They will also be pretty enough to serve to company. I have had so many comments that these are identical to the Red Lobster potatoes that I had to try the ones at RL. I agree they are similar, but mine seem more flavorful. I think I put on more salt and end up with a drier, crisper skin.

Provided by Burned Toast

Categories     Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 russet potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sea salt
cheddar cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)
black pepper (optional)
unsalted butter (optional)
margarine (optional)
fresh chives, minced (optional)
bacon bits (optional) or chopped bacon (optional)

Steps:

  • Scrub the potatoes well, rinse and allow to drip dry. Leave them whole and do not peel the skin.
  • Preheat oven to (convection) 325 degrees or (regular) 350 degrees.
  • Pour oil onto one small plate and salt onto another.
  • Place an ungreased cookie sheet next to the plates.
  • One by one, roll the potatoes in the olive oil. Allow excess to drip onto plate.
  • Roll potato lightly in sea salt. You can rub the salt over the potato to spread it evenly. Do not oversalt (ie cover the whole potato). If you run out of salt, simply add more to the plate.
  • Lay the potatoes on the cookie sheet. Drizzle any remaining olive oil over the potatoes. Use a fork to poke holes across the top of each potato to allow heat to vent.
  • Place the cookie sheet on the middle rack of your oven. Allow to bake for 1 hour. Test with a fork. When potatoes are tender and the fork easily slides in, take them out and serve.
  • Other baking option: You can try wrapping each potato tightly in foil instead of using a baking sheet. Just be very careful about steam burns when unwrapping the foil after baking.
  • Microwave option: Wrap each potato tightly in a paper towel and place on a microwave-safe plate. Set the microwave to full power for 12 minutes. Check for doneness and continue at 2 minute intervals until tender. Note: I have not tried this method, but this is how long my microwave takes for 4 potatoes on its 'Potato' auto-setting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 1757.2, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 4.3

POTATOES IN SALT CRUST



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The salt in this dish absorbs moisture as the potatoes cook, giving them soft, velvety flesh and crackled skin. Serve them with creme fraiche or sour cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cloves garlic, peeled and cut in half
Extra-virgin olive oil for baking dish, plus more for drizzling
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
3 pounds Yellow Finn, new, or fingerling potatoes (30 to 40), scrubbed
1 1/2 pounds coarse salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Rub the garlic over the bottom and sides of a 12-inch-round gratin dish or a cast-iron skillet. Brush a thin layer of olive oil over the pan. Sprinkle the rosemary over the bottom of pan, and place potatoes in a snug layer on top.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the salt and flour. Slowly stir in 1/2 cup water until thoroughly combined. Pour the salt mixture over the potatoes in an even layer, making sure to fill in any gaps between the potatoes.
  • Roast potatoes 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and let potatoes cool 5 minutes. Invert pan onto a serving platter or into a large bowl. Drizzle potatoes with olive oil, and serve with sour cream.

SALT-CRUSTED POTATOES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups kosher salt
Several turns coarsely ground black pepper
4 fresh rosemary sprigs, ripped in pieces
4 fresh thyme sprigs, ripped in pieces
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 small yellow potatoes, such as fingerling or Yukon, rinsed, scrubbed, and patted dry

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, pepper, and herbs in a large bowl. Pour the oil into a large cast iron skillet and set over medium-high flame or charcoal grill. When the oil reaches a slight smoke, add the potatoes in a single layer and fry until they get nice and crackled on all sides. Cover the potatoes completely with the salt mixture, and cook for about 1 hour until the salt forms a cooked crust and the potatoes are tender. Break open the crust to serve.

SALT-CRUSTED POTATOES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups kosher salt
Several turns coarsely ground black pepper
4 fresh rosemary sprigs, ripped in pieces
4 fresh thyme sprigs, ripped in pieces
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 small yellow potatoes, such as fingerling or Yukon, rinsed, scrubbed, and patted dry

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, pepper, and herbs in a large bowl. Pour the oil into a large cast iron skillet and set over medium-high flame or charcoal grill. When the oil reaches a slight smoke, add the potatoes in a single layer and fry until they get nice and crackled on all sides. Cover the potatoes completely with the salt mixture, and cook for about 1 hour until the salt forms a cooked crust and the potatoes are tender. Break open the crust to serve.

SALT-BAKED POTATOES



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Give jacket potatoes a new lease of life with this simple side dish, great with a summer roast

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 egg whites , lightly beaten with a fork
4 tbsp sea salt
8 large baking potatoes , each pricked 2-3 times with a fork
butter , to serve, if you like

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Put the egg whites and salt in 2 shallow bowls. Dip each potato into the egg white to completely cover, then dab into the salt to cover in patches. Carefully put the potatoes onto a baking sheet, pressing on any remaining salt, then bake for 1½ hrs.
  • Bake them for a further 1 hr at 200C/180C fan/ gas 6. Scrape off as little or as much of the salt as you like before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 3.82 milligram of sodium

SALT-BAKED POTATOES



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Provided by Jonathan Reynolds

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 3-pound box kosher salt
2 pounds fingerling potatoes
6 sprigs rosemary
Good-quality fruity olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a 13-by-9-inch baking pan, add salt to a depth of 1/3 inch. Place the potatoes in a single layer on top. Scatter the rosemary, cover with the remaining salt and bake until tender, 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Leave the potatoes in the salt until ready to serve. Brush off as much salt as you like. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 169, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 375 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

SALT-CRUSTED POTATOES



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Make and share this Salt-Crusted Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups kosher salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper (3 turns)
4 fresh rosemary sprigs, ripped in pieces
4 fresh thyme sprigs, ripped in pieces
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 small yellow potatoes, rinsed, scrubbed, and patted dry (i.e. fingerling or Yukon)

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, pepper, and herbs in a large bowl.
  • Pour the oil into a large cast iron skillet and set over medium-high flame or charcoal grill.
  • When the oil reaches a slight smoke, add the potatoes in a single layer and fry until they get nice and crackled on all sides.
  • Cover the potatoes completely with the salt mixture, and cook for about 1 hour until the salt forms a cooked crust and the potatoes are tender.
  • Break open the crust to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 37745.2, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 5.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Look for small to medium-sized potatoes that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or bruises.
  • Use coarse salt: Coarse salt will create a better crust than fine salt. Kosher salt or sea salt are both good options.
  • Cover the potatoes completely: Make sure the potatoes are completely covered in salt. This will help to create an even crust.
  • Bake at a high temperature: The high temperature will help to create a crispy crust. Bake the potatoes for at least 1 hour, or until they are tender.
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly before serving: This will help to prevent the crust from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Potatoes in salt crust is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. The crispy crust and fluffy interior make these potatoes a hit with everyone. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy potatoes, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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