Radek Tesár
10. 3. 2025
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Potatoes are one of the most popular vegetables in our kitchen. They can be prepared for many different ways, from baking to cooking. But did you know that instead of ordinary salt you can experiment while flavoring and give potatoes a new dimension of taste?
Potatoes are very versatile and can be prepared in many ways. You can serve as a side dish for meat, bake them with vegetables, or use them as a main course in various variations, such as potato salad or gratinated potatoes. Usually you will certainly flavor them with salt, but there are many other ways to give potatoes an interesting and original taste. Try experimenting with herbs such as basil or thyme. Or how about exotic fruit? These unconventional combinations will certainly surprise you. So look at some inspirational ideas that are certainly worth trying.
YouTube video about how to experiment with citrus fruits, for example, you can find on the channel on the way of knowledge:
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How to flavor potatoes unconventionally
Herbs are a great alternative to salt and greatly underline the natural taste of potatoes. If you like Mediterranean cuisine, try using basil or oregano. These herbs match the roast potatoes and tomatoes. Dill is ideal for boiled potatoes, especially in Eastern European dishes. Try to add a little fresh dill to the potato salad, you will see how the combination of taste will surprise you! If you want your potatoes to smell, add thyme that fits both baked and boiled potatoes. Rosemary has a strong aroma, which gives potatoes a distinctive taste, and is therefore ideal for baked potatoes.
If you like distinctive or spicy tastes, try spices like Indian curry or ground ginger. For beautiful color and taste add sweet pepper or turmeric. The cumin gives potatoes a hazelnut flavor. Other great ingredients are garlic and onions. Add garlic raw for spicy taste or bake with potatoes to make it softer and sweeter. Saute the onion first for a deeper taste.
For an even more interesting taste, you can try to use citrus fruits instead of salt. Lemon juice highlights the natural taste of potatoes and gives them freshness. Apple or balsamic vinegar also adds a significant depth of the original taste. If you want to really refresh the potatoes, try adding a citrus peel for a unique culinary experience.
How to further experiment with taste
You can also add various seeds such as sunflower or sesame, which give the food crispy texture and a new interesting taste. When preparing vegetables such as potatoes, there are really no limits. You can experiment with different ingredients and don’t be afraid to try new atypical combinations. Maybe you will discover something that really will taste and you will never want to cook potatoes again with salt. Who knows what new favorite recipes you will create!
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