Nutrition Facts for Portuguese potatoes

Portuguese Potatoes

Experience the bold and aromatic flavors of *Portuguese Potatoes*, a rustic side dish that transforms humble baby potatoes into a show-stopping accompaniment. Roasted to golden perfection, these potatoes are infused with a tantalizing blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and dried oregano, creating a dish that’s both smoky and savory. Enhanced with caramelized onions and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, every bite bursts with robust, Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Quick to prepare and effortless to cook, this recipe is the perfect addition to hearty weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these crispy, tender potatoes alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad for an irresistibly flavorful meal. Give your potato game a Portuguese twist today!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:45 mins
Total Time:60 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 500 grams baby potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 units garlic cloves
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice larger ones in half to ensure even cooking, leaving smaller ones whole.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Peel and thinly slice the onion.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, sliced onion, smoked paprika, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the potato mixture out into a single layer on a large baking sheet or roasting pan.

Step 6

Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, tossing them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they roast evenly.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, remove them from the oven.

Step 8

Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy these flavorful Portuguese-style potatoes as a side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (683.0g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 832.5
Total Fat 42.9g 0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 2367.2mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g 0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 13.2g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 148.2mg 0%
Iron 6.4mg 0%
Potassium 2494.2mg 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: 44.7%
Protein: 6.1%
Carbs: 49.2%