Dressed Potatoes

Name: Dressed Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Potatoes medium 4; White onions large 1; Salted capers 1 tbsp; Green olives 5.6 oz; Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls; White wine vinegar 3.4 tbsp; Sugar 2 tsp; Fine salt to taste

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Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Energy Kcal 567
Carbohydrates g 31.9
of which sugars g 5.6
Protein g 3.9
Fats g 47.1
of which saturated fat g 6.86
Fiber g 4.4
Sodium mg 578

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Rosella Errante

If you're looking to add a touch of Sicily to your table, you gotta try these seasoned potatoes from Siracusa. Known as patate apparecchiate, they're a real treat, transforming simple ingredients into something special with that rich, sweet-and-sour flavor. Really, it’s like a hallmark of Mediterranean Sicilian cooking. They're traditionally served cold and pair perfectly with roasted meats or baked fish—absorbing all those delicious juices. You know, Sicilian chefs have this knack for balancing flavors, turning straightforward ingredients like vinegar, onions and a sprinkle of herbs into something special. Each bite is so tender and flavorful, it’s tough not to sneak a few straight from the fridge. Seriously.

At your next gathering, these potatoes will be a hit. People will definitely ask for your secret. Here's the thing: what makes these baked potatoes different is how they stay moist with those crispy edges, especially if you let them sit a bit. Sicily offers a variety of potato dishes, like the famous patate in tecia, reflecting the island's culinary diversity. This dish fits beautifully with any oven-baked meal. And look, it's a staple on family tables where everyone takes more than they planned.

The tangy dressing paired with the comforting taste of seasoned potatoes explains why Sicilian families cherish this recipe. For those interested in homemade potato seasoning or just easy potato recipes that feel special, patate apparecchiate is a must-try. As the Sicilians say, "Pronti a leccarvi i baffi?" (Ready to lick your whiskers?) Once you taste it, you'll see why it’s a beloved dish. Really really beloved.

How to prepare Dressed Potatoes

To prepare the dressed potatoes, first peel the onion. Then cut it in half and then into slices (1-2). Transfer them to a pan, add the oil 3 and set them aside.

Move on to the potatoes: peel them 4 and gradually transfer them into a bowl full of water 5. Then cut them into large cubes about an inch (2.54 cm) in size 6.

and transfer them along with the onions 7. Move everything to the heat 8, and add salt 9.

As soon as the oil begins to sizzle, cover with a lid 10 and cook for 15 minutes. In the meantime, desalinate the capers 11 and drain the olives 12.

Then in a small bowl, pour the vinegar and add the sugar 13, then stir to dissolve it. After 15 minutes, remove the lid 14 and add capers 15,

olives 16, and the vinegar mixed with sugar 17. Let it cook for another 5 minutes on high heat without the lid. Turn off the heat, let the potatoes cool, plate and serve 18.