How to Boil Potatoes Perfectly
How to Boil Potatoes Perfectly
Fluffy and Silky! The Secret to Boiling Potatoes
Discover the secret to perfectly fluffy and silky boiled potatoes, especially when they’re in season! These potatoes, cooked until they have a beautiful, white powdery texture, are a delightful snack for your husband or a wholesome treat for the whole family. Enjoy the comforting taste of freshly boiled, powdery potatoes.
Ingredients- 6 Potatoes (medium-sized)
- 2 cups Water (400ml)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar (15g)
- Pinch of Salt (1/2 tsp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing your potatoes. Since they might have soil on them, use a scrub brush to thoroughly clean the skins. Place the washed potatoes into a pot. Add 2 cups of water, enough to cover the potatoes, and a pinch of salt (about 1/2 teaspoon). Adding a little salt helps to enhance the natural sweetness of the potatoes and season them evenly.
Step 2
Cover the pot with a lid and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a fork or a skewer into the center of a potato. If it slides in smoothly with no resistance, the potatoes are perfectly cooked. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
Step 3
Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully drain all the hot water from the pot. Make sure to remove as much water as possible. Then, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the pot. The sugar will subtly enhance the potatoes’ natural sweetness and create a light coating on the surface, making them even more delicious.
Step 4
Turn off the heat. With the lid on, gently shake the pot back and forth or side to side. This motion helps to evaporate any residual moisture and allows the sugar to evenly coat the potatoes with the residual heat, resulting in a wonderfully fluffy and flavorful boiled potato. Be careful as the pot is still hot!
