Papas Arrugadas

Ingredients

• 1 kg Small new potatoes or baby potatoes
• 250 g Sea salt
• 1 liter Water
• 1 piece Lemon slice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the potatoes thoroughly, leaving the skins on. Do not peel.

2. 2

   Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to just barely cover them.

3. 3

   Add the sea salt and the optional lemon slice. The water should be very salty, mimicking seawater.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat. Simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

5. 5

   Drain all the water from the pot.

6. 6

   Place the pot back on the warm stove over low heat. Shake the pot gently for 2-3 minutes to evaporate any remaining moisture.

7. 7

   Continue shaking until the potatoes dry out, the skins wrinkle, and a white salt crust forms on the surface.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and cover with a clean cloth for a few minutes before serving warm.