Parisienne Potatoes
Transform your table with the elegance of Parisienne Potatoes—an exquisite French-inspired side dish that's both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. This recipe features Yukon Gold potatoes delicately carved into charming spheres, then blanched and pan-fried to golden, crispy perfection. Infused with the aromatic flavors of lightly crushed garlic and fresh thyme, these buttery, savory morsels are finished with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant touch. Perfect for dinner parties or any special occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in just 45 minutes. Serve these golden gems alongside roasted meats or grilled vegetables and let their rich, delectable flavor elevate your meal to gourmet heights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams Yukon Gold potatoes (or similar waxy variety)
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (crushed lightly with skins on)
- 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the potatoes thoroughly and peel them if desired. Using a Parisienne scoop (melon baller), carve out small, uniform spheres from the potatoes and place them in cold water to prevent browning.
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato spheres and blanch them for 4-5 minutes until they are slightly tender but still hold their shape. Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the olive oil on medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt until it begins to foam.
Add the blanched potato spheres to the skillet in a single layer. Cook them for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the crushed garlic cloves and thyme sprigs to the skillet. Stir gently to infuse the potatoes with the aromatics.
Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Remove from heat and discard the thyme sprigs and garlic cloves (if preferred). Transfer the Parisienne Potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy as an elegant side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2658 mg | 57% | |
*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.
