Sarlat Potatoes – Pommes De Terre Sarladaises

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Sarlat Potatoes - Pommes De Terre Sarladaises recipe for a classic French side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

325

Sugar

Fat

16g

Sarlat Potatoes, also known as Pommes De Terre Sarladaises, is a classic French side dish originating from the town of Sarlat in the Dordogne region in southwestern France. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for a dinner party or a family meal. Prepared with layers of thin potato slices, earthy mushrooms, pungent garlic, and fresh parsley, the dish is traditionally cooked in goose fat. It can be enjoyed as a compliment to a main meal or as a standalone dish.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Peel the potatoes and slice them into 1/4 inch rounds.
3.	Heat goose fat in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potato rounds, salt, and pepper.
4.	Cook the potatoes until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and place in an ovenproof dish.
5.	Slice the mushrooms and add them to the skillet over medium heat, cooking for 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6.	Spread the mushrooms over the top of the potatoes.
7.	Bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

PROS

Sarlat Potatoes are a delicious and classic French side dish that goes well with meats like chicken and beef.

The goose fat gives it a rich and savory flavor while the earthiness of mushrooms and garlic complement the potatoes perfectly.

CONS

Pommes De Terre Sarladaises is not a lower calorie dish as it is loaded with fat from the goose fat and does not contain vegetables.

This dish should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sarlat Potatoes are not particularly healthy, they can serve as a comfort food that satisfies your cravings. Potatoes are high in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. They can boost heart health, aid digestion, and support healthy brain function. Mushrooms are also beneficial for the immune system and have anti-inflammatory properties.

	1 1/2 lbs medium potatoes
	3 tablespoons goose fat
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon pepper
	4 cepe mushrooms
	4 garlic cloves
	1 bunch fresh parsley