These Syracuse salt-infused potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines simplicity with flavor, featuring potatoes boiled in a salty brine and topped with melted butter for a rich finish.
Ingredients
2 pounds potatoes
1/4 cup salt
4 tablespoons butter
Method
Gather all your ingredients and give the potatoes a thorough wash before setting them aside.
Fill a large pot with water and mix in salt, ensuring it dissolves completely to avoid any settling at the bottom. Add the cleaned potatoes and bring the water to a vigorous boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the potatoes simmer until they are tender but still firm, which should take about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and keep them covered to stay warm while the salt crust develops.
While the potatoes are cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, or you can use the microwave for convenience. Once the butter is fully melted, pour it generously over the warm potatoes.
