Warm Saffron Potatoes with Serrano Ham and Sweet Peas Recipe

Name: Warm Saffron Potatoes with Serrano Ham and Sweet Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups good quality mayonnaise; Pinch saffron threads, steeped in 1 tablespoon hot water; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 pounds baking potatoes, like russets, peeled and cubed; Kosher salt; Pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 Spanish onion, diced; 1 red chile, diced; 1 cup chopped Serrano ham; 1 cup sweet peas, frozen and thawed; 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

2 cups good quality mayonnaise
Pinch saffron threads, steeped in 1 tablespoon hot water
1 lemon, juiced
2 pounds baking potatoes, like russets, peeled and cubed
Kosher salt
Pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 Spanish onion, diced
1 red chile, diced
1 cup chopped Serrano ham
1 cup sweet peas, frozen and thawed
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Combine mayonnaise, saffron liquid and lemon juice thoroughly in a food processor; season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
2
The mayonnaise will turn a beautiful yellow color and should be somewhat thin to combine smoothly with the potato mixture.
3
Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until fork tender, about 30 minutes.
4
Drain potatoes well in a colander.
5
Heat oil in a skillet until almost smoking.
6
Saute the onion and chiles.
7
Add the potatoes and fry until the edges are crispy and brown.
8
Transfer to a mixing bowl.
9
Add ham, and peas and parsley; toss lightly to combine.
10
Gently fold the saffron mayonnaise into the potato salad, taking care not to break up the cubes.

1259

kcal

Calories

107

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups good quality mayonnaise, Pinch saffron threads, steeped in 1 tablespoon hot water, 1 lemon, juiced, 2 pounds baking potatoes, like russets, peeled and cubed, and more.

Yes, Warm Saffron Potatoes with Serrano Ham and Sweet Peas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Warm Saffron Potatoes with Serrano Ham and Sweet Peas

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions