Potatoes in soy sauce
2 servings
30 minutes
Potatoes in soy sauce is a simple yet surprisingly delicious dish of Russian cuisine that combines the softness of potatoes with the rich aroma of Eastern spices. The history of this recipe goes back to modern gastronomy where classic Russian ingredients meet Asian flavors. Tender young potatoes are first boiled until semi-cooked and then soaked in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and aromatic spices. Baking in the oven gives them a golden crust while remaining crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This potato pairs excellently with meat dishes or vegetables or can be enjoyed as a standalone treat, filling the kitchen with a warming aroma of spices. A wonderful option for a cozy family dinner or an unusual side dish with an Eastern twist.
1
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thick slices.
- New potatoes: 400 g
2
If the potatoes are small, cut them into 4 pieces.
3
Pour into boiling salted water, cook until half done.
- Salt: to taste
4
Make the sauce: oil, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and spices.
- Sunflower oil: to taste
- Soy sauce: to taste
- Garlic: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Spices: to taste
5
Drain the water, cool it down, pour the sauce over the potatoes, cover the pot with a lid and shake to mix everything.
- Soy sauce: to taste
- Sunflower oil: to taste
- Garlic: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Spices: to taste
6
Grease a deep baking tray with oil, add the potatoes, and place in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Sunflower oil: to taste