Salt Baked Potatoes
Elevate your potato game with this simple yet spectacular recipe for Salt Baked Potatoes. Encased in a crust of kosher salt, these Russet potatoes bake to perfection, developing an irresistibly fluffy interior and a subtly seasoned, crispy skin. A touch of olive oil enhances their natural flavor, while optional infusions of fresh rosemary and black pepper add an aromatic twist. This easy-to-prepare dish requires just 10 minutes of prep time and delivers a satisfying, restaurant-quality side that's perfect for any meal. Whether served plain or topped with your favorite fixings, these salt baked potatoes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with countless mains.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 cups Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the potatoes thoroughly under cold water and scrub to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Coat each potato with a thin layer of olive oil, ensuring the skin is evenly covered.
In a shallow baking dish or roasting pan, spread half of the kosher salt evenly to form a base layer.
Place the oiled potatoes on top of the salt layer, leaving space between them.
Sprinkle the remaining kosher salt over the potatoes, covering them as much as possible. For extra flavor, you can tuck fresh rosemary sprigs between the potatoes.
Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of a potato meets little resistance.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and carefully brush off the excess salt using a pastry brush or clean towel.
Serve immediately with your favorite toppings or as-is for a naturally seasoned, delicious side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1423 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.8 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 6747 mg | 144% | |
*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.
