Papas Arrugadas

Delight in the simplicity and bold flavors of *Papas Arrugadas*, a beloved Canary Islands specialty that transforms humble potatoes into a culinary treasure. This traditional recipe features tender, waxy potatoes boiled in heavily salted water, a technique that creates their signature wrinkled skin with a delicate salt crust. Requiring just three ingredients—potatoes, coarse sea salt, and water—*Papas Arrugadas* is a true celebration of minimalism and natural flavor. Serve these rustic potatoes as a delightful side dish or appetizer, paired with vibrant mojo sauces like zesty *mojo verde* or smoky *mojo rojo* for dipping. Quick to prep, easy to make, and packed with authentic Spanish charm, this dish is perfect for bringing a taste of the Canary Islands to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams small waxy potatoes (like baby potatoes or new potatoes)
• 100 grams coarse sea salt
• 1 liter water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Do not peel them; the skin is essential for the final texture and flavor.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to cover them completely.

Step 3

Add the coarse sea salt to the pot with the water and stir gently to dissolve the salt.

Step 4

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

Drain the water completely from the pot, leaving just the potatoes inside. Return the pot to the stove over low heat.

Step 6

Allow the heat to evaporate any remaining moisture from the potatoes, shaking the pot occasionally. This will create the signature wrinkled and salt-encrusted skin. Be careful not to overdo it to avoid burning the potatoes.

Step 7

Once the potatoes have a dry, wrinkled appearance and a thin crust of salt, remove them from the heat.

Step 8

Serve immediately, preferably with a side of mojo verde (green sauce) or mojo rojo (red sauce) for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1614.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	366.7

Total Fat 0.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 38847.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94.2mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 2066.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 90.6%