Portuguese Potatoes with Chouriço (Batatas com Chouriço)

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Batatas com Chouriço

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Portuguese Potatoes with Chouriço (Batatas com Chouriço)

SandraCorreia
A rustic and flavourful Portuguese comfort dish made with oven roasted potatoes, smoky chouriço, garlic, white wine and pimenta moida. This easy one pan recipe delivers crispy edges, tender centres, and bold traditional flavour in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 37 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Course Side Dish
Cuisine portuguese
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large Portuguese Chouriço, sliced into rounds
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon pimenta moida
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • ½ cup vinho verde or chicken stock
  • salt to taste
  • fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
    2. In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, sliced chouriço, olive oil, garlic, onion, ketchup or tomato paste, pimenta moída, smoked paprika, white pepper, and white wine. Toss well so everything is evenly coated.
    3. Transfer the mixture to a large baking sheet or roasting dish, spreading everything into a single layer to ensure proper roasting.
    4. Bake uncovered for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time. The potatoes should be tender inside and golden with crisp edges.
    5. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 3 to 5 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
    6. Remove from oven, adjust salt if needed, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and drizzle lightly with olive oil before serving.

Notes

• Do not overcrowd the pan or the potatoes will steam instead of roast.
• If using ketchup, allow it to fully cook and caramelize in the oven to reduce sweetness.
• A small squeeze of fresh lemon at the end can brighten and balance the dish.
• For extra heat, increase the pimenta moída or use spicy chouriço.

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Portuguese Potatoes with Chouriço, also known as Batatas com Chouriço, is a traditional Portuguese comfort dish made with oven roasted potatoes, smoky Portuguese chouriço, garlic, white wine, and pimenta moída. This simple one pan recipe delivers bold flavour with minimal effort, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and family gatherings. As the potatoes roast in the oven, they absorb the rich oils released from the chouriço while the white wine reduces and deepens the flavour. The result is tender potatoes with golden crispy edges and a slightly saucy base that is perfect for soaking up with crusty bread. This oven baked version keeps the preparation easy while preserving the authentic flavours found in Portuguese kitchens across Canada, the United States, and Portugal. The combination of garlic, paprika, wine, and chouriço creates a rustic dish that feels nostalgic and comforting. Batatas com Chouriço is often served as a side dish alongside grilled meats, seafood, or at family style gatherings. It can also be enjoyed as a hearty main dish or even topped with a fried egg for a simple brunch option. For best results, spread the potatoes in a single layer so they roast instead of steam. Allow the chouriço to fully cook so it releases its flavour into the potatoes, and let the white wine reduce properly for depth and balance. A short broil at the end enhances crispiness and texture. This Portuguese potato recipe is naturally gluten free, full of traditional flavour, and easy to adapt based on your preference for mild or spicy chouriço.