Portuguese Style Sauteed Potatoes

Crispy, golden, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavor, Portuguese Style Sautéed Potatoes are the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. This simple yet irresistible recipe starts with parboiled Yukon Gold potatoes, which are then sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil infused with garlic. Seasoned with smoky paprika, earthy oregano, and a touch of black pepper, these potatoes develop a crispy crust while remaining tender on the inside. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant, aromatic finish, ensuring they’re as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfectly paired with grilled meats, seafood, or a fresh salad, this 40-minute recipe is your go-to for an authentic taste of Portugal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 large Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt, leaving the skin on for added texture.

Step 2

Cut the potatoes into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water and parboil the potato cubes for 5-7 minutes until just tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

While the potatoes are parboiling, mince the garlic cloves finely and chop the fresh parsley.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.

Step 7

Add the parboiled potatoes to the skillet in a single layer. Toss them gently to coat with the oil and garlic.

Step 8

Sprinkle the smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper evenly over the potatoes. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Allow the potatoes to cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes so they form a golden crust on one side, then flip them carefully with a spatula and repeat on the other side.

Step 10

Continue sautéing the potatoes, flipping occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 15 minutes total.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the potatoes for a vibrant, fresh finish.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a side dish to complement grilled meats, seafood, or a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1297.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1446.3

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2453.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 234.8mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 5262.0mg	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: 34.2%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 58.8%