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What water to cook in and how much salt to add: a chef tells how to cook delicious potatoes
17.05.2024 12:00
Boiled potatoes can be called one of the simplest dishes. It seems that there is nothing complicated in its preparation, but there are several features that are definitely worth considering. Therefore, it is worth understanding in more detail what kind of water to boil potatoes in and how much salt should be added.
Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova , a cook and fourth-class baker, told what to do in this case.
What kind of water should I use?
The first step to perfect potatoes is choosing the right water for boiling.
Clean fresh water is ideal as it does not contain any impurities or additives that could alter the taste of the potatoes.
It is also important to use enough water so that the potatoes are completely submerged while cooking.
How much salt to add
Salt plays a key role in cooking potatoes, as it helps to highlight their natural flavor. However, the dosage of salt should be moderate, so as not to oversalt the dish.
Typically, it is recommended to add about 10 grams of salt per 1 liter of water, but this may vary depending on taste preferences.
It's important to remember that you can always add more salt later if needed, but you can't take it away.
How to prepare potatoes for cooking
First of all, you need to peel the potatoes and cut them into pieces of equal size so that they cook evenly.
Next, you need to place the potatoes in a pot with prepared water and bring to a boil. After the water boils, you need to wait about 20 minutes. At this stage, many advise testing the water for salt to determine the ideal dosage.
How to check readiness
To check if it is ready, you can pierce it with a regular fork. If the potato is easily pierced, it is ready.
If the fork goes in with effort, then you should continue cooking. It is worth remembering that potatoes are very easy to overcook, so you should always be careful.
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