JERK POTATO SALAD
A simple potato salad-one that uses both Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes-is given a fresh burst of unexpected flavor from the assertiveness of authentic Jamaican jerk rub. The unapologetically spicy rub is used as a base for a creamy dressing, where some of the heat is dulled by the rich mayonnaise, but complex flavor still shines through . Fruity citrus and habanero chiles bring brightness, while dried and fresh thyme and allspice ensure that the potato salad has plenty of lasting smoky depth. Including brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg echoes the natural sweetness found in the sweet potatoes. All the ingredients seamlessly cohere to create a flavor-packed and nuanced Caribbean-inspired spin on one of summer's most beloved dishes.
Provided by Brigid Washington
Categories Potato Salad Potato Sweet Potato/Yam Lime Ginger Garlic Green Onion/Scallion Thyme Cinnamon Nutmeg Cumin Mayonnaise Onion
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Jerk rub
- Using a fork, mix lime zest and juice, chiles, ginger, chopped garlic, scallions, chopped thyme, oil, brown sugar, allspice, salt, dried thyme, black pepper, granulated garlic, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cayenne, and cumin in a medium bowl to combine (adding the chiles to the lime juice and zest at the beginning is important: it allows the juice to slightly blunt some of the sting of the chile).
- Do ahead: Rub can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
- Potatoes and assembly
- Combine Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes in a large pot, pour in water to cover, and season with salt if desired. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until fork-tender, about 40 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl (potatoes will be crushed at this point, especially the sweet potato, and that's okay).
- Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise and 2 Tbsp. jerk rub in a small bowl to combine (you will have leftover rub, see headnote for other uses). Set dressing aside.
- Add red onion, scallions, 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt, and ½ tsp. black pepper to potatoes and toss to combine. Add dressing and fold into potatoes with a rubber spatula until well coated. Serve potato salad warm, room temperature, or chilled.
- Do ahead: Potato salad can be made 2 days ahead (it will get more spicy). Cover and chill.
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