Transform your side dish game with Potatoes Noisette, a classic French-inspired recipe that combines elegance and simplicity. These golden, bite-sized potato spheres are carved to hazelnut-like perfection and pan-fried in a luscious mix of butter and olive oil for a crisp, caramelized exterior and tender, melt-in-your-mouth center. Seasoned with just the right amount of salt, pepper, and a sprinkling of freshly chopped parsley, this dish brings gourmet flair to your dinner table in just 40 minutes. Whether paired with roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian entrΓ©es, Potatoes Noisette offers a stunning and versatile accompaniment thatβs sure to impress. Perfect for dinner parties or elevating everyday meals, this recipe invites you to savor the rich flavors and textures of a true culinary classic.
Peel the potatoes and use a melon baller to carve them into small, even spheres (about the size of a hazelnut). Rinse the potato balls in cold water to remove excess starch and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil and half the butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and starts to foam, add the potato balls in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even browning.
Cook the potatoes over medium heat for about 15β20 minutes while turning them frequently to ensure they brown evenly on all sides. Lower the heat if needed to avoid burning.
Season the potatoes with salt and black pepper about halfway through cooking, ensuring the seasoning coats all the potato balls evenly.
Once the potatoes are golden brown and cooked through (test by piercing with a small knife; it should slide through easily), add the remaining butter to the pan.
Allow the butter to melt and coat the potatoes, giving them a shiny gloss. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the potatoes and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a side dish to accompany meat, fish, or vegetarian mains. Enjoy your Potatoes Noisette fresh and warm!
Calories |
879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2396 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2294 mg | 49% | |
*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.