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Fondant Potatoes

Cultural Context

Fondant potatoes, a classic French dish, originated in the culinary tradition of using simple ingredients to create rich flavors. These potatoes are known for their creamy interior and crispy exterior, making them a favorite side dish for roasted meats. Today, fondant potatoes are enjoyed in many fine dining restaurants and home kitchens alike, often served alongside gourmet meals.

FrenchFRside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 large potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic
to taste sage
to taste rosemary
1 teaspoon thyme
1 cup vegetable stock

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

vegetable stock

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water is a cost-effective option.

1

Chop the potatoes into cubes, about 2 inches tall, with flat tops and bottoms.

2

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

3

Place a frying pan with high walls on the heat and turn it to medium.

4

Add a splash of olive oil to the pan.

5

Season the potatoes with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

6

Fry the potatoes for 1 minute on one side until crispy and golden brown.

7

Turn the potatoes and fry for another minute on the other side until golden brown.

8

Chop a bulb of garlic in half, leaving it in the skin, and add it to the pan.

9

Add sage, rosemary, and thyme to the pan with the garlic.

10

Pour in enough chicken stock to cover the potatoes by about 2/3.

11

Bring the stock to a boil.

12

Transfer the potatoes to the oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes.

13

Check if the potatoes are done by inserting a thin sharp knife; they should be soft all the way through and the tops golden brown and crispy.

14

Serve the potatoes on a plate.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingroasting

Equipment Needed

frying panovenknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pommes FondantesFondant Potatoes
Local Name: Pommes Fondantes

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