Ingredients to nail the recipe for baked potatoes with extra virgin olive oil (Federico's style)
This is the recipe for crispy baked potatoes from Italian chef Federico (@cookwithfez), according to information from El Español , where the use of a good extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is essential to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 kg of potatoes (preferably Monalisa or red type).
- Extra virgin olive oil (generous amount for the base and dressing).
- 40g of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (or a cured cheese like Manchego).
- 2 garlic cloves.
- Fresh herbs: 2-3 sprigs of rosemary and 6-7 fresh sage leaves.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fat salt.
Step-by-step preparation
- Cutting and Pre-cooking: Peel the potatoes and cut them into large segments To prevent them from drying out, boil them in plenty of salted water for 8-10 minutes, until they are slightly tender but firm.
- The "Abused" and Dried Out: Drain the potatoes and shake them in the colander. This step is key: gently shaking them creates a layer of starch on the surface which, along with the AOVE, will create an ultra crispy crust.
- Flavor Infusion (No Burning): In a bowl, combine the dried potatoes with the rosemary, sage, and garlic. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes. This allows the aroma to penetrate without needing to put the herbs in the oven, where they could become bitter.
- Tray Preparation: Pour a a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on the base of an aluminum tray. AOVE Not only does it provide a superior flavor, but it also withstands oven temperatures while maintaining its properties.
- The Final Seasoning: Distribute the potatoes in the tray without piling them up. Add a little more AOVE On top, coarse salt, pepper and a very thin layer of grated cheese.
- Baking with a Trick: Bake at 180ºC for 45 minutes.
- Chef's tip: Place the tray in the bottom from the oven half the time and switch it to the high part the other half. This, combined with the quality of EVOOIt guarantees a uniform and crispy golden brown on both sides.
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Benefits of Baking with EVOO
Baking with extra virgin olive oil is a superior health option due to its exceptional thermal stability. Unlike seed oils, its high oleic acid and antioxidant content prevents it from easily degrading at high temperatures (up to 210°C), reducing the formation of toxic compounds.
Main benefits
- Healthy heart: Replace saturated fats (butter) with monounsaturated fats from EVOO It helps reduce LDL cholesterol and improves cardiovascular health.
- Antioxidant Wealth: Preserve polyphenols and vitamin E After baking, key components to combat inflammation and cellular aging.
- Metabolic control: Its presence in doughs and cakes slows down the absorption of sugars, reducing the glycemic index of the preparation.
- Better digestion: It is a lighter fat and easy for the digestive system to process than trans or animal fats.
Practical tip: For baking, use mild-flavored varieties (such as Arbequina ) so as not to overpower the other ingredients.
Quick equivalence:
- Replace the butter using a 25% less quantity in oil (e.g., 100g of butter = 75g of EVOO).
Enjoy potatoes with the hallmark of Italian cuisine and the quality of the finest oil!
