It is rumored that Hasselbeck potatoes, which have recently become very famous in Turkey under the name "fan potatoes", were created by Leif Elisson, a trainee chef at the Hasselbacken restaurant in Stockholm in the 1950s. It is essentially a spiced and baked potato, but it gets its special name from the way it is chopped and is served as an elegant side dish at meat or fish tables. Enjoy your meal!
To ensure that the potatoes lie flat on the tray, remove 2 mm slices from one side. Place a wooden spoon or chopstick on each side of the potatoes and make slits in the potato about 2 mm apart. Make sure the knife does not cut all the way through the potato.
Put the oil and butter in a pan and heat it. Peel and crush the garlic. Finely chop the fresh rosemary and add it to the pan. Sauté together for 1-2 minutes and turn off the heat.
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees. Using a brush, grease the potatoes with spicy oil, reaching between the slices, and sprinkle salt and black pepper on them to taste.
Place the potatoes in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes until tender. Brush the potatoes with spicy oil 2-3 times during cooking.
Drink the top. Chop the green stem parts of the spring onions as finely as possible. Melt the butter in a separate pan, turn the onions slightly and turn off the heat. Add cheese, garlic powder and mix.
Take the cooked and soft potatoes out of the oven and serve hot with onion and cheese sauce on top. Enjoy your meal!
Menu suggestion: Strained Lentil Soup + Mother's Meatballs + Fan Potatoes + Shepherd's Salad + Oven Rice Pudding
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Potatoes:
Potatoes are a rich source of complex carbohydrates providing energy, Vitamin C, and potassium. Their fiber content contributes to digestive health and provides a feeling of satiety. Potassium, vital for regulating blood pressure, makes them important for overall body functions. They pair well with meat, chicken, fish, eggs, cheese, and many vegetables, suitable for various cooking methods like baking, boiling, frying, and mashing.
Butter:
Butter is a rich, flavorful fat derived from milk. It contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K2, along with healthy fatty acids, serving as an energy source. It's easily digestible. Butter enhances the taste of meals and rice dishes, is spread on bread, or used in sauces. It's indispensable for breakfast tables and various recipes.
Feta Cheese:
White Cheese (Beyaz Peynir), a staple of Turkish breakfasts, supports bone and dental health with its rich calcium content. Its fermented nature makes it easily digestible and it may contain probiotics, contributing to gut flora. It is a high-quality protein source. It pairs excellently with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, fresh mint, and watermelon. It finds widespread use in Mediterranean cuisine, from salads to pastries.
Liquid Oil:
Liquid oils (sunflower, olive, etc.) are essential kitchen ingredients that add flavor to dishes and contain healthy unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E. Ideal for frying, salad dressings, baking, and sautéing. They pair perfectly with vegetables, meats, legumes, and grains. They offer easy cooking.
Rosemary:
Rosemary, with its potent antioxidants (rosmarinic acid) and anti-inflammatory properties, supports brain health, potentially boosting memory and concentration. It aids digestion, can help alleviate muscle pain, and contributes to strengthening immunity. It pairs exceptionally well with lamb, chicken, potatoes, and root vegetables. It forms a fantastic duo with garlic, lemon, and thyme.
Garlic:
Garlic, thanks to its allicin compound, offers strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It can boost the immune system, increasing resistance against illnesses. Furthermore, it contributes to cardiovascular health by helping regulate blood pressure and balance cholesterol levels. Widely used in traditional medicine, garlic is also known for its digestive support effects. An indispensable ingredient in meat dishes, vegetable sautés, and Mediterranean cuisine, it pairs wonderfully with herbs like rosemary and thyme.
Salt:
Salt is an essential mineral that adds unique flavor to dishes and serves as a natural preservative. It provides vital electrolyte balance for the body's water regulation, nerve, and muscle functions. It pairs perfectly with spices, herbs, and oils, enriching the taste of every meal. An indispensable part of every table.
Black Pepper:
Black pepper, a kitchen staple, offers not just flavor but also significant health benefits. Thanks to piperine, its active compound, it boasts powerful antioxidant properties, helping to combat free radicals. It can stimulate the digestive system, enhancing nutrient absorption and notably increasing the bioavailability of curcumin found in turmeric. Additionally, it's effective in reducing gas and bloating. It also has a mild metabolism-boosting effect. With a wide range of uses from red meats to poultry, vegetable dishes to soups, it pairs excellently. It harmonizes perfectly with spices like cumin and coriander, as well as ingredients like lemon and garlic, adding depth to dishes.
Fresh Onion:
Spring onion, a low-calorie vegetable, is a rich source of vitamins K and C. It supports bone health, aids blood clotting, and boosts the immune system. Its antioxidants protect the body against free radicals. Its fibrous nature supports digestion. It adds a refreshing flavor, especially in salads, omelets, soups, traditional Turkish dishes like 'cacık' and 'piyaz,' and pairs wonderfully with grilled meats and fish.
Garlic Powder:
Garlic powder is a practical and flavorful spice. Thanks to sulfur compounds like allicin, it exhibits anti-inflammatory properties and supports the immune system. It offers cardiovascular benefits, potentially helping regulate blood pressure and balance cholesterol levels. It pairs well with spices such as onion powder, paprika, oregano, and rosemary. It adds a deep aroma to meat, chicken, vegetable dishes, soups, and sauces.
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