Go Back
–+ servings
salt-potatoes-on-plater-one-cut-open-showing-creamy-butter-inside

Salt Potatoes

Nettie
These easy salt potatoes are made by boiling small whole potatoes in heavily salted water until tender, then letting the skins dry to create their signature salty coating. Finish them with plenty of melted butter for an incredibly simple and delicious potato side dish.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 206 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds potatoes small white or yellow
  • 1 cup salt
  • Approximately 8 cups water or enough to cover potatoes
  • 6 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives optional

Instructions
 

  • Scrub the potatoes thoroughly, leaving the skins intact. Do not peel or cut the potatoes.
  • Place potatoes in a large pot. Add approximately 8 cups of water, or enough to completely cover the potatoes.
  • Add 1 cup of salt and stir.
  • Bring the water to a boil. Cook the potatoes for 15–25 minutes or until completely fork-tender. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly. Do not rinse.
  • Return the potatoes to the warm pot or leave them in the colander for 1–2 minutes to allow the excess moisture to evaporate and a light salt coating to form on the skins.
  • Transfer the warm potatoes to a serving bowl.
  • Pour melted butter over the potatoes and gently toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

 When it comes to the nutrition information provided for recipes, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s just an estimate. The actual nutritional values can vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Be mindful that any nutritional information provided is intended as a general guideline rather than exact values.

Notes

Don't let the cup of salt scare you! Most of the salt remains in the cooking water and is drained away. The finished potatoes have a seasoned, slightly salty skin with a tender, creamy center.
Do not rinse the potatoes after draining. Allowing them to dry is what helps create their characteristic salt coating.
Choose potatoes that are similar in size for even cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 14224mgPotassium: 722mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 266IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
Keyword boiled potatoes, easy potato side dish, salt potato recipe, salt potatoes
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!