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Crispy potato salad

Crispy potato salad

This is the ultimate recipe for a delicious crispy potato salad. We combine crispy and creamy in this delicious twist on the traditional potato salad.
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Preparation15 minutes
Cook time1 hour 15 minutes
Total time1 hour 30 minutes
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Ingredients

6 people
  • 750 gram baby potatoes
  • 150 gram pancetta
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika powder
  • 2 tbsp crème fraîche
  • 150 gram cream cheese (Boursin or other garlic / herb cream cheese)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 3 spring onions (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cucumber (seeds removed and cut into small pieces.)
  • 100 gram green peas (cooked)
  • ½ lemon (juice)
  • extra virgin olive oil, pepper, and salt

Equipment

  • Big pot
  • Baking sheet

INSTRUCTIONS (how to make this recipe):

  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius / 356 degrees Fahrenheit with top and bottom heat.
  • Cook the baby potatoes in a pan with a generous pinch of salt for 10-15 minutes – you want them al dente, not soft. Drain them after cooking.
  • Meanwhile, place the pancetta on a non-stick baking sheet and bake until crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Allow to cool, then crumble.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 210 degrees Celsius / 420 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour the baby potatoes onto a baking sheet. Crush them by pressing down with a sturdy glass. Season with garlic powder, paprika, and pepper to taste. Drizzle with olive oil, then bake for 45-55 minutes until crispy, turning halfway through with a spatula. Season the potatoes with salt after baking.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the creamy dressing by placing the following ingredients in a large bowl: crème fraîche, Boursin, parsley, spring onion, cucumber, peas, lemon juice, and crumbled pancetta. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the crushed, crispy potatoes and mix everything together. The potatoes can still be warm, as this makes them easier to mix. The salad is best served lukewarm, but cold is also fine. Bon appétit!
Nutrition information per portion
Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Proteins: 9g | Fats: 20g | Saturated fats: 9g

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