If you’re looking for a show-stopping side dish, look no further than hasselback potatoes. This dish is simple to make but looks impressive, and is sure to be a hit with your dinner guests. Hasselback potatoes are roasted potatoes that have been thinly sliced, so they fan out like a accordion when cooked. They’re crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and can be flavoured with any herbs or spices you like. Read on to learn how to make hasselback potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Method
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees C.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice potatoes thinly, about 1/8 inch thick. Be careful not to slice all the way through the potato – you should stop slicing about 1/2 inch from the bottom.
- Spread potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
Potential changes & improvements
There are endless ways you can change up this recipe to suit your tastes. Try using different herbs and spices, such as rosemary, garlic, or chili flakes. You could also experiment with different types of potatoes – Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes would work well. For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes before baking.
What other food it works well with
Hasselback potatoes are a great side dish for roasted chicken or fish. They would also be delicious with a steak or grilled lamb chops. Serve with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake people make when making hasselback potatoes is slicing them too thin. If the slices are too thin, they will fall apart when you try to fan them out. Another mistake is not slicing them evenly, which will result in some potatoes being overcooked and others being undercooked.
Nutritional Information
Hasselback potatoes are a relatively healthy dish, as they are baked instead of fried. One serving of hasselback potatoes (4 slices) contains approximately:
- 120 calories
- 6 grams of fat
- 18 grams of carbohydrates
- 2 grams of protein
Allergens
Hasselback potatoes do not contain any common allergens.