Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 pounds of potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup of smântână (sour cream can be substituted)
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup of chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup of white wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling potatoes
- Mixing bowl
- Serving dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool to room temperature.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the smântână, chopped dill, chives, parsley, red onion, and white wine vinegar.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add the cooled potatoes to the mixing bowl and gently mix until the potatoes are coated in the smântână mixture.
6. Transfer the potato salad to a serving dish.
7. Garnish with additional chopped herbs if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
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Serving size:
6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 4g
Sodium: 100mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sour cream can be substituted for smântână.
- Green onions can be substituted for red onions.
- Lemon juice can be substituted for white wine vinegar.
Variations:
- Add chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.
- Add cooked bacon for a smoky flavor.
- Add diced pickles for a tangy crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to let the potatoes cool to room temperature before mixing with the smântână mixture to prevent the sour cream from separating.
- This potato salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve in a large bowl or on a platter.
Garnishes:
Chopped fresh herbs.
Pairings:
Grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Grilled corn on the cob, roasted asparagus, or a crusty bread.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the smântână mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Be sure to refrigerate the potato salad within 2 hours of making it to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
Smântână is a traditional Romanian ingredient that is similar to sour cream.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, tangy, and herbaceous.
Serving suggestions:
Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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Region: Romanian