Potatoes in Their Skins

A simple and quick dish of boiled potatoes in their skins is a classic of Slovenian cuisine.

Details

  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 25 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 0
  • Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Potatoes, white

  • pieces Salt, table

  • 50 g Butter, unsalted

Steps

  1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly, and scrub them if necessary. Place them in a large pot and cover with enough water so that it reaches about two fingers above the potatoes. Salt the water, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and cook the potatoes covered for 25 minutes.

  2. Drain the cooked potatoes well, then return them to the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to let them steam dry. While still hot, cut the potatoes open on top to expose the flesh. Serve on plates and offer with butter and salt.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 69 kcal
  • Fat: 0 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
    • Sugars: 1 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Fiber: 2 g

Advice

Potatoes in their skins pair excellently with cottage cheese, sour cream, and yogurt.