The Perfect Way to Boil Red Potatoes: A Delicious Guide
Easy Red Potato Boiling Method, Delicious Potato Boiling Time, Tips for Fluffy Boiled Potatoes
Sweeter than regular potatoes! Red potatoes, with their striking red skin and vibrant yellow interior, boast a higher sugar content than regular potatoes, offering a richer flavor. If you enjoy a slightly dry texture, you’ll absolutely adore these. With less moisture and a delicate taste, they’re reminiscent of sweet potatoes. For those who love a fluffy, ‘po-sul po-sul’ texture, we highly recommend trying red potatoes!
Ingredients (Measurements: Korean tablespoon)- 5 red potatoes
- 500ml water
- 1 Tbsp stevia
- 0.5 Tbsp salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the red potatoes with their skins on. Then, use a peeler to remove any bumps or uneven parts of the skin. Immediately place the potatoes in cold water to rinse off any excess starch. This step helps ensure your boiled potatoes are clean and well-prepared.
Step 2
To achieve perfectly boiled red potatoes, we recommend using a well-coated wok or a deep-sided pan and a glass lid. This method prevents the potatoes from sticking to the pan and ensures they cook evenly, making the whole process much easier.
Step 3
Now, arrange the prepared red potatoes attractively in your coated wok or pan. Pour in 500ml of fresh water. To enhance the natural sweetness of the potatoes, add 1 tablespoon of stevia.
Step 4
Add 0.5 tablespoon of salt to complement the flavors and season the potatoes. The combination of stevia and salt will gently infuse the potatoes, making them wonderfully delicious when boiled.
Step 5
It’s time to boil the potatoes! Start by bringing the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Keep in mind that the cooking time can vary slightly depending on the size of your potatoes, so check them periodically.
Step 6
After about 20 minutes, test the potatoes by piercing them with a chopstick or a skewer. If the chopstick slides in easily and smoothly, the potatoes are perfectly cooked. If they still feel firm, continue boiling for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
Step 7
Once the potatoes are cooked, turn the heat back up to high for a brief moment to evaporate any excess water. This step helps to achieve that desirable fluffy texture. Once most of the water has evaporated, reduce the heat to low. Now, grasp the handle of the wok and gently shake it back and forth. This crucial step prevents the potatoes from sticking to the bottom of the pan and ensures they cook up ‘po-sul po-sul’ (fluffy). This is why using a wok or deep pan is so beneficial for boiling potatoes!
