Description
These Salt and Vinegar Fingerling Potatoes offer a tangy, savory snack or side dish featuring tender fingerling potatoes simmered in vinegar and salt, then broiled to achieve a crispy, lightly browned finish. The method highlights the unique texture and flavors of fingerling potatoes with a perfect balance of acidity and seasoning.
Ingredients
Potatoes and Pickling Liquid
- 1 pound (454 grams) fingerling potatoes, sliced lengthwise to 1/4-inch thickness
- 2 cups distilled white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
Seasoning and Finishing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: In a small pot, combine the sliced fingerling potatoes, 2 cups of distilled white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of kosher salt. Make sure the vinegar covers the potatoes by at least 1/4 inch; if not, add cold water to top it up.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 8 minutes.
- Cool in Liquid: Remove the pot from heat and let the potatoes cool in the vinegar liquid for 30 minutes to absorb the flavor.
- Drain and Dry: Drain the potatoes well and pat them dry thoroughly using paper towels to ensure crisping during broiling.
- Preheat Broiler: Preheat your oven broiler, placing the oven rack about 6 inches below the heat source.
- Season Potatoes: Spread the potato slices on a sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and toss well to coat evenly.
- Broil First Side: Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the pan. Broil until lightly browned on the top side, approximately 7 minutes.
- Flip and Broil Second Side: Flip each potato slice carefully and continue broiling until the underside is lightly browned and crisped, about 5 minutes more.
Notes
- Using fingerling potatoes is essential as their shape and texture complement this method best.
- Distilled white vinegar provides a clean, sharp acidity; apple cider vinegar may alter flavor.
- Patting potatoes dry before broiling ensures better browning and crispiness.
- Monitor potatoes closely while broiling to prevent burning as oven broiler intensities can vary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
