Master the art of speedy and aromatic potato cooking
Everything is ready for dinner, but the potatoes are still hard? Do you want to prepare a meal with this side dish as quickly as possible? In such situations, this trick will definitely come in handy. It's worth knowing what to do to get the potatoes ready in no time.
Boiled potatoes are still the most popular side dish for the main course. They perfectly complement any type of meat and fish. That's why we prepare them several times a week. Sometimes, however, we have less time to cook a meal than usual. Fortunately, the cooking time of potatoes can be sped up.
How to cook potatoes faster
This method is great because it not only makes the potatoes soften faster but also gives them a better flavour. Our grandmothers often used it. When the vegetables come to a boil, simply add a spoonful of fat to the water; butter works best. Why does it work? The melted fat creates a thin layer on the surface of the water. As a result, the heat is transferred more quickly, and the potatoes become soft in no time. Additionally, they gain a pleasant, buttery aroma.
This way the potatoes won't fall apart
Another method to speed up the potato cooking process? Throw them directly into boiling water. This way they will reach the desired consistency faster without losing flavour. You can also add a little lemon juice or vinegar, which will help them maintain a nice colour and prevent them from falling apart.
The potatoes will gain aroma
For the potatoes to have more aroma, it's worth adding spices and herbs to the pot of water in which they will be cooking. Fresh ones, such as parsley or dill sprigs, are suitable, as well as rosemary and thyme. Other spices like black pepper, bay leaves, allspice, fenugreek, or lovage also work well. Thanks to them, you can also reduce or eliminate salt. Herbs and spices give the potatoes a pleasant, broth-like flavour.
