Potatoes in the oven with avocado sauce
4 servings
50 minutes
Oven-baked potatoes with avocado sauce is a delightful blend of simplicity and sophistication. The dish draws inspiration from Latin American cuisine, where avocado plays a central role, adding tenderness and freshness to the food. Crispy potatoes baked to a golden crust have a rich flavor, while the aromatic avocado sauce with herbs and nuts adds an exotic touch. This side dish pairs perfectly with meat and fish dishes but can also serve as a standalone treat for a light dinner. The spiciness of garlic, the tanginess of lemon, and the creamy texture of avocado make this sauce versatile, giving depth to the potatoes' flavor. It can be served hot, enjoying the contrast between the crispy crust and velvety sauce. This dish is easy to prepare yet elegant in taste—perfect for a cozy evening.
1
Prepare all the ingredients. Boil water and add salt.
- Salt: to taste
2
Boil the potatoes in their skins until fully cooked.
- Potato: 6 pieces
3
Place the cooked potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
4
Make cross-shaped cuts on it up to the middle.
5
Use a large flat-bottomed glass to crush the potatoes into a patty shape.
6
Sprinkle with salt and pepper, drizzle with vegetable oil, and place in an oven preheated to 200 degrees on grill mode for 30 minutes.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Vegetable oil: 30 ml
7
While the potatoes are baking in the oven, prepare the sauce. In a blender bowl, place herbs, garlic, avocado flesh, peanuts, add water and lemon juice.
- Coriander: 15 g
- Parsley: 15 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Avocado: 1 piece
- Peanut: 30 g
8
Beat until homogeneous consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
9
I am eating potatoes by dipping them in avocado sauce.