Young country-style potatoes with paprika
10 servings
60 minutes
Young potatoes rustic style with paprika is a simple yet incredibly aromatic dish that embodies the coziness of European country kitchens. Baked until crispy golden brown, the potato pieces infused with rich paprika flavor have a slight sweetness and smoky notes. This dish likely has roots in traditional peasant recipes where accessible ingredients were used to create hearty and tasty food. It can be served as a side dish to meat dishes or enjoyed on its own, especially when paired with sour cream or garlic sauce. The aroma of baked potatoes with spices awakens the appetite and warms the soul, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or friendly gatherings.
1
Wash young potatoes (small tubers) and cut them into 4 pieces. Drizzle with vegetable oil, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with ground sweet red pepper (paprika).
- New potatoes: 1.5 kg
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Sweet paprika: to taste
2
Place on a baking sheet, skin side up, cover with foil, and bake in the oven for about 30 minutes (depending on the type of potato), then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until a golden crust forms.