Papas Arrugadas
Delight in the simplicity and bold flavors of *Papas Arrugadas*, a beloved Canary Islands specialty that transforms humble potatoes into a culinary treasure. This traditional recipe features tender, waxy potatoes boiled in heavily salted water, a technique that creates their signature wrinkled skin with a delicate salt crust. Requiring just three ingredients—potatoes, coarse sea salt, and water—*Papas Arrugadas* is a true celebration of minimalism and natural flavor. Serve these rustic potatoes as a delightful side dish or appetizer, paired with vibrant mojo sauces like zesty *mojo verde* or smoky *mojo rojo* for dipping. Quick to prep, easy to make, and packed with authentic Spanish charm, this dish is perfect for bringing a taste of the Canary Islands to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams small waxy potatoes (like baby potatoes or new potatoes)
- 100 grams coarse sea salt
- 1 liter water
Instructions
Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Do not peel them; the skin is essential for the final texture and flavor.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to cover them completely.
Add the coarse sea salt to the pot with the water and stir gently to dissolve the salt.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Drain the water completely from the pot, leaving just the potatoes inside. Return the pot to the stove over low heat.
Allow the heat to evaporate any remaining moisture from the potatoes, shaking the pot occasionally. This will create the signature wrinkled and salt-encrusted skin. Be careful not to overdo it to avoid burning the potatoes.
Once the potatoes have a dry, wrinkled appearance and a thin crust of salt, remove them from the heat.
Serve immediately, preferably with a side of mojo verde (green sauce) or mojo rojo (red sauce) for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 38847 mg | 1689% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 2067 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
