Shallot Hasselback Potatoes
Shallot Hasselback Potatoes are a tasty twist on the traditional baked potato. These tender potatoes with a crispy skin pair exceptionally well with Pan Fried Steak or Herb Crusted Pork Rib Roast.
What kind of potatoes work best for this recipe?
Russet or Yukon Gold are the best choices, but really any potato will work.
Tip for preparing Shallot Hasselback potatoes
Cut even, thin slices straight down without slicing through the whole potato. This technique creates slices that fan out during roasting.
Optional Seasonings
- Chopped garlic
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Paprika
- Seasoning salt
- Parmesan cheese
Topping Options
- Bacon bits
- Sliced green onions or chives
- Sour Cream
- Shredded cheese
- Roasted bell peppers or sautéed mushrooms
Shallot Hasselback Potatoes
Shallot Hasselback Potatoes are a tasty twist on the traditional baked potato, tender potatoes with a crispy skin.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes I used new russet potatoes
- 4-6 large shallots thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F.
- Wash the potatoes. Cut thin slice off bottom of potato, this makes a flat surface to prevent potatoes from rolling around on the pan.
- Place the potatoes on a cutting board and with a sharp knife make thin even cuts through potatoes. Be sure to not slice entirely through potato.
- Place shallots between each slice of the potato, also sprinkle a few slices on top.
- Mix the melted butter and olive oil together.
- Brush the potatoes all over with melted butter and olive oil.
- Sprinkle with chopped chives, salt and pepper.
- Place on foil lined baking pan and roast in the oven until tender, about 1 hour depending on the size of the potatoes.
- Every 15 minutes or so brush with more olive oil and butter.
Nutrition
Calories: 416kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 8gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 361mgPotassium: 1651mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 76mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 3mg
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