Golden Potatoes with Caper Brown-Butter Crumbs

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Golden Potatoes with Caper Brown-Butter Crumbs
60 min.
8
340kcal

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Looking for a side dish that will elevate your dining experience? Look no further than these Golden Potatoes with Caper Brown-Butter Crumbs! This vegetarian delight combines the creaminess of Yukon Gold potatoes with the umami punch of capers, all topped with irresistibly crispy brown-butter breadcrumbs. It's a dish that perfectly balances textures and flavors, making it an ideal accompaniment to any meal.

The golden, tender potatoes are simmered to perfection before being generously coated in rich, nutty brown butter infused with the briny goodness of capers. This unique twist transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience right in your kitchen. Roasting the potatoes allows their natural sweetness to shine while the breadcrumbs get beautifully golden and crunchy, providing a satisfying contrast with each bite.

Impress your guests and family with this hearty, flavorful side that serves up to eight people. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, these Golden Potatoes will steal the spotlight! Plus, the preparation is straightforward and can be done ahead of time, giving you the freedom to focus on the main course and enjoy your time with loved ones. Enjoy this wholesome delight that is sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups coarse bread crumbs fresh (preferably from a baguette)
  • 0.3 cup capers drained chopped
  • stick butter unsalted
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes peeled halved sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Put a 4-sided sheet pan in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Cover potatoes with 2 inches water in a 5-to 6-quart pot and add 1 tablespoon salt. Simmer until almost tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Drain potatoes well.
  4. While potatoes simmer, heat butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, swirling pan occasionally, until browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in capers. Keep warm, covered.
  6. Toss potatoes with 3 tablespoons caper butter, then spread out in hot sheet pan. Stir remaining caper butter into bread crumbs and scatter over potatoes. Roast, turning potatoes once or twice, until potatoes are tender and crumbs are golden, about 20 minutes. Season with salt.
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  8. •Potatoes can be peeled and sliced 1 day ahead and chilled in water. •Potatoes can be parboiled 3 hours ahead.•Bread crumbs can be made 2 days ahead and chilled in a sealable bag.•Caper butter can be made 2 days ahead and chilled. Gently reheat before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories340kcal
Protein8.46%
Fat34.18%
Carbs57.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.47
Glycemic Load
21.75
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.638260856919%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
8.54mg
Quercetin
10.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:340.16kcal
17.01%
Fat:13.09g
20.14%
Saturated Fat:7.64g
47.73%
Carbohydrates:49.43g
16.48%
Net Carbohydrates:44.29g
16.11%
Sugar:3.03g
3.37%
Cholesterol:30.37mg
10.12%
Sodium:360.83mg
15.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.29g
14.58%
Vitamin C:33.74mg
40.9%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
26.81%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.59%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.66%
Potassium:774.61mg
22.13%
Fiber:5.13g
20.53%
Vitamin B3:3.63mg
18.13%
Iron:2.72mg
15.14%
Phosphorus:145.44mg
14.54%
Folate:57.79µg
14.45%
Copper:0.28mg
13.76%
Magnesium:52.82mg
13.2%
Selenium:7.52µg
10.74%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.33%
Calcium:75.4mg
7.54%
Vitamin A:363.93IU
7.28%
Vitamin K:7.35µg
7%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.7%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.1%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.76%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.98%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Source:Epicurious