Potatoes with onion-garlic sauce
2 servings
25 minutes
Potatoes with onion-garlic sauce is a refined dish of European cuisine that harmoniously combines simplicity and richness of flavors. Soft-boiled potatoes serve as the perfect base for a sauce that awakens the appetite with its aroma. The onion-garlic sauce, thickened with egg yolk and olive oil, gains a velvety texture, while lemon juice and cayenne pepper add spicy accents. This dish can serve as a light side or a standalone treat, especially when paired with fresh herbs. Historically, the combination of potatoes with rich sauces has been used in European kitchens to create hearty and accessible dishes that satisfy even discerning gourmets. The pleasant contrast of soft potatoes and vibrant sauce makes it an indispensable element of both everyday and festive meals.
1
Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
- Potato: 500 g
- Cayenne pepper: pinch
2
Boil until soft, then drain. Cooking time depends on the size of the potatoes.
- Potato: 500 g
3
To prepare the sauce, mix the egg yolk with salt and pepper; add a little water if needed.
- Egg yolk: 1 piece
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
4
Add a little oil while whisking until the sauce thickens.
- Olive oil: 125 ml
5
Add garlic and onion, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. Serve with hot potatoes.
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Chives: 1 bunch
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper: pinch
- Fresh herbs: to taste
