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April Bloomfield’s Rosemary Straw Potatoes with Lemon Salt


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  • Author: khaoula belabess
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These crispy straw potatoes, infused with lemon salt and fragrant rosemary, are the perfect savory snack or side dish. Serve them warm for a delightful crunch.


Ingredients

Scale
  • For the lemon salt:
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 4 tablespoons sea salt (reduce to 3 tablespoons if preferred)
  • For the potatoes:
    • Sunflower oil (or a mix of canola and vegetable oil) for frying
    • 1 ¾ lb. potatoes (Yukon Gold is a good choice, peeled or unpeeled), julienned
    • A few sprigs of rosemary

Instructions

  • Prepare the Lemon Salt: In a mortar and pestle, combine the lemon zest and sea salt. Grind until the salt is fine and fully infused with the lemon. Place in a dish for immediate use or let it dry for a few hours before storing.
  • Heat the Oil: In a deep, sturdy pan, heat 2-3 inches of oil to deep-frying temperature (350°F). You can use a piece of potato in the oil; when it rises and turns golden brown, the oil is ready.
  • Prepare the Potatoes: Pat the julienned potatoes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and starch.
  • Fry the Potatoes: Fry the potatoes in small batches for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove each batch with a slotted spoon or spider strainer and set on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Add the Rosemary: During the last 30 seconds of frying the final batch, add a few sprigs of rosemary to the oil. Fry until fragrant, then remove and drain.
  • Season with Lemon Salt: Immediately toss the fried potatoes and rosemary with the lemon salt while they’re still hot.
  • Serve: Serve the potatoes warm, perhaps alongside a blue cheese burger or as a snack on their own.

Notes

  • Oil temperature: Be sure to maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to avoid burning the potatoes.
  • Storing potatoes: If preparing the potatoes ahead, store them in water to prevent browning. Just be sure to dry them thoroughly before frying.
  • Rosemary timing: Fry the rosemary during the last few seconds of frying the final batch for the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: side dish
  • Method: Deep frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg