Best Portuguese Fried Potatoes Batas A Portuguesa Recipes

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PORTUGUESE FRIED POTATOES / BATAS A PORTUGUESA



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After looking though 108 Fried potato recipes and seeing none that contain parsley, but no onions, I thought I would post this typically Portuguese version of fried potatoes. The mixture of oil and butter keeps things from burning, but for health reasons I usually use less of the butter. I allow between 30 minutes and 1 hour cooking time to get a more even colour that slower cooking gives and depending on the variety of potato used.

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories     Potato

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup oil
750 g potatoes (peeled)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground if you have it)
4 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
parsley (extra for garnish)

Steps:

  • Slice the peeled potatoes into thin rounds, about 5- 10 mm (approx 1/4 inch) thick.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a pan and cook the potatoes slowly on a low heat until cooked though and golden brown. ( this can take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the type of potato used).
  • Cooking on a low heat ensures an even golden brown colour and less little burnt bits.
  • Once cooked though, add the salt, pepper and parsley and mix well though the potatoes.
  • Transfer to a heated serving dish and serve immediately with additional parsley for garnish if desired.

PORTUGUESE FRIED POTATOES (BATATAS A PORTUGUESA)



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Make and share this Portuguese Fried Potatoes (Batatas a Portuguesa) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lbs new potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rounds
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a heavy 10-12 inch skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over med. heat.
  • When the foam begins to subside, add the potatoes.
  • Turning them frequently with a metal spatula, cook for 15 minutes or until they are tender and golden brown.
  • Season with salt and a few grindings of black pepper, then transfer to a heated bowl or platter and serve at once, sprinkled with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.3, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 377.7, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.3, Protein 3.6

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