Syracuse Salt Potatoes, are creamy, luscious, melt-in-mouth, tiny, young potatoes!! Makes a perfect accompaniment to your barbecue, or simply enjoy them as an appetizer.
INGREDIENTS FOR SALT POTATOES [SYRACUSE, NEW YORK]
3poundsyoung or baby potatoes
½cuptable salt
6cupswater
½cupmelted butter or Ghee; For vegan use olive oil
Instructions
PREP FOR SYRACUSE SALT POTATOES
Scrub the potatoes, and give them a good wash.
INSTANT POT SYRACUSE SALT POTATOES
You will need an Instant PotAdd 2 cups of water and ½ cup of salt. Stir to dissolve.Note: Stir for a few minutes or until the salt completely dissolves.
Add remaining water, and potatoes. Close lid, vent sealed. Turn ON MANUAL / PRESSURE COOK (high) for 5 minutes.Note: Adjust the cooking time depending upon the size of the potatoes.
When the pot beeps, once the pressure cooking is done, do a quick pressure release.
Drain the potatoes into a colander and let them dry for a couple of minutes.Note: You will notice that as the potatoes dry, it forms a salt (white) crust on the skin.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish, and serve warm, with some melted butter or Ghee. Enjoy!!Note: For vegan, use olive oil
STOVETOP SYRACUSE SALT POTATOES
Add water, salt, and potatoes to a pot. Bring it to a boil. Stir occasionally.
Reduce the heat to medium, and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.Note: Adjust the cooking time depending upon the size of the potatoes.
Drain the potatoes into a colander and let them dry for a couple of minutes.Note: You will notice that as the potatoes dry, it forms a salt (white) crust on the skin.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish, and serve warm, with some melted butter or Ghee. Enjoy!!Note: For vegan, use olive oil
Notes
Please refer to the post for the following:
Tips For Perfect Syracuse Salt Potatoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.