Greek-style potatoes: A flavorful twist on a dinner classic
Baked potatoes are a staple of cuisine for many, known for their simplicity and excellent taste. However, sometimes it's worth trying something new or refreshing a daily recipe a bit. Greek-style potatoes are perfect for this.
Potatoes are often served as a side dish at everyday meals, but with this recipe, they can become the main course. Easy to prepare, they surprise with their unique flavour. Get ready for a tasty journey to Greece without leaving home.
Greek-style baked potatoes
While boiled potatoes are often the dominant side dish, Greeks much prefer baked ones. Looking at this recipe, it's no wonder they taste so good that you don't need a cutlet on the side.
This is a celebration of simplicity, as you won't find any fancy ingredients here. Instead, you'll find olive oil, for which Greece is famous, oregano typical of Mediterranean cuisine, and of course, potatoes. It doesn't take much to impress with flavour.
Ingredients:
- 10-12 medium potatoes
- 1 cup of olive oil
- 1 handful of dried oregano
- Salt to taste
Preparation:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes about 1-2 centimetres wide.
- Place them on a baking sheet, pour over olive oil, and mix with salt.
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius, bake the potatoes for 30 minutes.
- Remove, stir, sprinkle with oregano, and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
These potatoes make a great side dish for meat, fish, or salads. They can also be served as a snack or main dish. Enjoy!
Why use olive oil?
Olive oil is a key ingredient in this recipe, giving the potatoes a unique flavour and aroma. It makes the potatoes crisper and more golden while adding healthy fats beneficial to our bodies. Additionally, olive oil helps absorb nutrients from the potatoes and the added herbs, enhancing their natural flavours.
