Sicilian potato salad
in Sicilian:
salatedda di patati
Sicilian potato salad – a different take on a classic! Although potato salad is generally considered a typical German dish, it is definitely worth trying the Sicilian version, which is just as delicious and offers a welcome variation.
The combination of potatoes, fresh mint and chilli, along with garlic and oregano, may seem surprising at first glance. However, once you have taken the first bite, you will be convinced. It is precisely this unique combination that makes Sicilian potato salad so special. It is no less hearty than the potato salad commonly known in Germany, yet at the same time feels slightly lighter. This impression is mainly thanks to the fresh mint. Mint is one of the most typical herbs of the island of Sicily and is used in numerous recipes. Fresh mint from your own balcony or garden is of course ideal. Otherwise, simply pick up a bunch of fresh mint from your local greengrocer.
At first glance, potatoes may also seem rather unusual for Sicilian cuisine, yet there are many recipes in which they are used. They are often served as a side dish, and frequently also form an important component in vegetable dishes, such as caponata.
It is best to prepare the potato salad a few hours before serving so that it can marinate properly and the flavours have time to develop. You and your guests will hopefully be delighted with the result.
A classic accompaniment to potato salad is, of course, meat dishes in various forms, such as grilled meat. However, we are confident that Sicilian potato salad will also appeal to the vegetarians and vegans among you, and we hope that this recipe will once again inspire you to cook and enjoy.
Sicilian potato salad - eatlovesicily.com
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time20 min
- Total Time30 min
- Yield4 plates
- Serving Size4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 kg potatoes (firm variety)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 8 medium-sized fresh mint leaves
- Chili to taste
- 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
To prepare the Sicilian potato salad, start by washing the potatoes and then boiling them in plenty of salted water for about 20 minutes. The cooking time may vary by a few minutes depending on the size of the potatoes.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and rinse with cold water. This will make them easier to peel later.
Allow the potatoes to cool slightly. Then peel them and cut them into slices that are not too thin. Place everything in a large salad bowl.
In the final step, the Sicilian potato salad is seasoned. Add oregano, white wine vinegar and olive oil over the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything well.
For an even better result, it is worth preparing the potato salad a few hours in advance so that it can marinate. This allows the flavours to become even more intense.
Finally, serve the potato salad as a side dish. Buon appetito!
Tip: A glass of Sicilian red or white wine also pairs excellently with a plate of Sicilian potato salad. You can find some inspiration for this in our online shop.
