Papas arrugadas facts for kids
Papas arrugadas with red mojo sauce
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| Course | Appetiser or side dish |
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| Place of origin | Spain |
| Region or state | Canary Islands |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients | Potatoes |
Papas arrugadas (which means "wrinkly potatoes" in Spanish) is a special potato dish from the Canary Islands. These islands are part of Spain and are located off the coast of Africa. This tasty dish is usually served with a spicy mojo sauce. It can also be a side dish with meat.
What are Papas Arrugadas?
Papas arrugadas are made from small, fresh potatoes. The potatoes are cleaned but not peeled. They are then boiled in salty water. Long ago, people used real seawater for cooking. Today, it's more common to use tap water with a lot of salt added.
How are they Made?
After the potatoes are cooked, the water is drained away. The potatoes are left in the pot on the stove for a short time. This helps them dry out. As they dry, their skins get a bit shrivelled. A fine crust of salt forms on the outside. This gives them their unique "wrinkly" look and salty taste.
A Special Canarian Dish
Papas arrugadas are a very important part of Canarian cuisine. They are seen as a signature dish of the islands. This means they are one of the most famous and loved foods there. Sometimes, they are eaten with conejo en salmorejo. This is a common rabbit stew from the Canary Islands.
See also
- In Spanish: Papas arrugadas para niños
