Grenaille potatoes are not a new potato variety, but a potato of a specific caliber. When the potatoes are removed from the ground, different sizes can remain attached to the roots. Those smaller than 35 mm are known as Grenaille potatoes. They are harvested before they have grown large, which explains their thin skin.
Make Grenaille potatoes yourself
The tiny, tasty onesPotatoes are always delicious! Especially if they are well seasoned. Here you will find simple and delicious recipes for Grenaille potatoes.
Prepare delicious Grenaille potatoes
The French call the very small potatoes “Grenaille” and they fry them with the skin on. You can make them with any type of potato, the only important thing is the size.
Preparation:10 minutes
Cooking time:30 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients:
- 1 kg small potatoes
- 4 EL Kill
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs of thyme
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Salt
- Pfeffer
Preparation:
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly in lukewarm water.
- Drain them and put them in a large pot. Check each individual potato and remove any black, green or damaged potatoes.
- Cover them with cold water and bring them to a boil. Let them simmer until almost cooked.
- Drain the potatoes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil, bay leaves, thyme and garlic cloves.
- When the oil is hot, add the potatoes and stir well to coat with oil.
- Let the Grenaille potatoes fry, stirring occasionally, until nicely browned.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.
Grenaille potatoes from the oven
These grilled on the outside and melting on the insidePotatoes are with salt, rosemaryand baked with olive oil. A delicious delicacy that smells of the south and sun and goes perfectly with meat, fish and vegetables.
Preparation:10 minutes
Baking time:20 minutes
Servings:2
Ingredients:
- 500 g Grenaille potatoes
- 3 sprigs of rosemary
- coarse salt
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Wash the Grenaille potatoes and dry them.
- Place the potatoes, salt, rosemary and olive oil in a bowl and mix well until the potatoes are saturated with the spices.
- Place them on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Baking time may vary depending on the size of the potatoes and the power of your oven. To check if the potatoes are cooked, pierce the center of a potato with a knife. If it falls back, it's done.
- When the potatoes are well cooked and golden brown, remove them from the oven and serve immediately.
Korean fried potatoes
These simple Korean potatoes with a sesame and soy sauce are the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Preparation:10 minutes
Cooking time:30 minutes
Servings:2
Ingredients:
- 400 g Grenaille potatoes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp sweet soy sauce
- 3 EL Honig
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 THE Sesamsamen
Preparation:
- Wash the potatoes and drain them.
- Fry them in a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Let them cook, covered, for about 20 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Reduce the heat and add the soy sauce, honey and garlic, stirring well.
- Increase the heat and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until the sauce is reduced.
- Remove the potatoes from the heat and mix them with sesame oil.
- Sprinkle them with sesame seeds and serve them in a bowl.
Delicious grenailles with parmesan
Quick and easy roastedPrepare Parmesan potatoes, which are crispy on the edges and tender on the inside. They are tasty and ready in just 30 minutes.
Preparation:10 minutes
Baking time:30 minutes
Servings:4-6
Ingredients:
- 700 g small potatoes, halved
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 40 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 TL Pfeffer
- fresh parsley
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- In a bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Place them on a baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer.
- Roast for 30 minutes until the potatoes are crispy and golden.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve warm.
French salad with baby potatoes
Serve this delicious French salad with a delicious piece of grilled beef or fish.
Preparation:20 minutes
Cooking time:30 minutes
Rest time:12 hours
Servings:6
Ingredients:
- 1 kg small, cleaned potatoes
- 150 g sour cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 TL Dijon-Mustard
- 1 tbsp capers
- olive oil
- chives
- Parsley
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Place the small potatoes on a baking tray, drizzle with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Put them in the oven for 30 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix the cream, lemon juice, mustard, olive oil and chopped chives and parsley.
- Pour this sauce over the potatoes, add the capers and stir gently.
- Place the salad in the refrigerator and let it rest overnight.
