Description
This recipe features crispy parmesan potatoes paired with a smoky and tangy Romesco sauce. It’s a quick and easy dish that elevates any meal, perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings. The recipe uses a vegan parmesan for a lighter touch, balancing indulgence with freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg New Potatoes (waxy varieties recommended)
- 100 g Vegan Parmesan (nutritional yeast can substitute)
- 50 g Cornflour (arrowroot flour works as a replacement)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (adjust fresh garlic to taste)
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil (avocado oil is a great alternative)
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (adjust according to preference)
- 100 g Blanched Almonds (cashews can be used as an alternative)
- 2 pieces Roasted Red Peppers (fresh roasted peppers can elevate taste)
- 1 clove Garlic Clove (add more if desired)
- 2 tbsp Sherry Vinegar (red wine vinegar can substitute)
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (regular paprika for milder flavor)
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (another healthy oil can be used)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (fan assisted) or 425°F (gas 7).
- Parboil the new potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and let them steam dry.
- In a bowl, mix vegan parmesan, cornflour, garlic powder, and olive oil until smooth.
- Spread the mixture on a lined baking tray, placing the potatoes cut side down, and press firmly.
- Brush the tops with remaining oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 40-45 minutes until crispy.
- In a food processor, blend blanched almonds, roasted red peppers, garlic, sherry vinegar, smoked paprika, and seasoning, gradually adding olive oil until the sauce is smooth.
- Spread the Romesco sauce on a plate, top with the crispy potatoes, and garnish with fresh basil and black pepper.
Notes
- Optional: Add chili flakes for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Ensure potatoes are completely dry after parboiling for maximum crispiness.
- Blend Romesco sauce until completely smooth for a silky texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: APPETIZERS
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg