The HASSELBACK POTATOES are a side dish that is dramatic and irresistible, perfect for enriching any table with simplicity and elegance. Originating in Sweden, these potatoes are distinguished by their characteristic accordion cut: thin incisions that do not go all the way through, allowing the potato to open slightly during baking and become crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
While roasting in the oven, the slices gently separate, creating a golden, fragrant surface that perfectly absorbs seasonings such as butter, extra virgin olive oil, aromatic herbs and spices. The result is a truly unique contrast of textures: crispness on the surface and a soft, creamy core.
Hasselback potatoes are extremely versatile and can be adapted in many ways: they can be enriched with melting cheeses, crispy bacon, garlic, rosemary or thyme, or served in a lighter version with fresh herbs and a drizzle of oil. Perfect as a side for meat and fish, but also as a vegetarian main course, they are ideal for both an informal lunch and a more refined dinner.
Easy to prepare but impressive to look at, Hasselback potatoes win you over at first glance and first bite, bringing a perfect mix of flavor, simplicity and creativity to the table.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking time: 1 Hour
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes (medium-large)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 sprig rosemary
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
To make Hasselback potatoes you will need
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Pastry brush
Hasselback potatoes preparation
Thoroughly wash the potatoes without peeling them.
Cut them into thin slices without cutting all the way through (you can help yourself by placing two spoons at the sides to avoid cutting completely).Melt the butter and mix it with the oil, the finely chopped garlic and the chopped parsley. You can also add other aromatic herbs like thyme.
Arrange the potatoes in a baking dish, brush them with the seasoning and salt them.
Bake the Hasselback potatoes in a static oven at 392°F for 45–60 minutes, basting occasionally with the pan juices.When they are golden and crispy, add black pepper and serve them hot accompanied by a yogurt sauce or a flavored mayonnaise.
Variations
With cheese: add Parmesan or cheddar between the slices in the last minutes.
With bacon: insert small pieces between the cuts for a richer flavor.
Aromatic herbs: try with sage, oregano or paprika for a different taste.
