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October 31, 2020

Instant Pot Basque Potatoes

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Instant Pot Basque Potatoes—a simple but delicious potato recipe with garlic, parsley, carrots and onion.

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Each week in 2020 I’m sharing a recipe inspired by one of the 50 states. (See all the state recipes I’ve covered so far.) Today’s recipe is inspired by The Silver State, Nevada.

When I think of Nevada I think of Las Vegas, of course. I think of gambling, entertainment, hot weather, Sierra Nevadas and desert. I think of driving through it to get to California. I think of the Comstock Lode.

Instant Pot Basque Potatoes

Today’s recipe is a Basque recipe. Why Basque you ask? According to Wikipedia, “Basques have been living in Northern Nevada for over a century and form a population of several thousand. Basque immigrants first came in the mid-1800s during the Gold Rush…The Basque-American culture is especially prominent in the town of Winnemucca. Basque immigrants to Winnemucca founded the Martin Hotel and the Winnemucca Hotel, both of which were associated with the Basque sheepherders.”

If you want to learn more read “How Basque Food Got to Northern Nevada.”

Today’s recipe for Instant Pot Basque Potatoes doesn’t seem fancy or over the top but it tastes, oh, so good! My family and I devoured these potatoes within seconds. The potatoes are pressure cooked for only 1 minute and then simmered without the lid for 10 more minutes to reduce the liquid and add lots of flavor. Make sure to add plenty of salt and pepper to taste. Potatoes seem to soak up salt. The smoked paprika adds a kick of flavor and we loved it!

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More Instant Pot Potato Recipes…

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Instant Pot Basque Potatoes


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  • Author: 365 Days of Slow and Pressure Cooking
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
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A simple but delicious potato recipe with garlic, parsley, carrots and onion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp vegetable, olive or canola oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 1/2 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Turn Instant Pot to the sauté setting. When the display says HOT add in the oil and swirl it around. Add in the onions and carrots. Sauté for about 4 minutes. Add in the garlic and parsley and sauté for 45 seconds. Cancel the sauté setting.
  2.  Add in the broth and scrape the bottom of the pot. Add in the potatoes.
  3. Cover Instant Pot and secure the lid. Make sure valve is set to sealing. Set the manual/pressure cook button to 1 minute. When the time is up move the valve to venting. Remove the lid. 
  4. Turn Instant Pot to sauté setting. Simmer without the lid for 10 minutes. 
  5. Add plenty of salt and pepper to taste and stir in the smoked paprika. 
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Adapted from “Basque Cooking and Lore” by Darcy Williamson.

I used my 6 quart Instant Pot Duo 60 7 in 1*. Make in the 8 or 3 quart pot with no changes.

  • Category: Side
  • Method: Instant Pot

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34 Comments Filed Under: All Recipes, Gluten Free, Instant Pot, Potatoes, Side Dish Tagged With: states

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  1. Shelley Hartland says

    February 13, 2023 at 5:48 am

    What a delicious and easy recipe! I dont like parsley, so used coriander stems instead and added a tablespoon of Mussaman Paste to the broth…. yummy!!

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      February 13, 2023 at 7:04 pm

      That sounds awesome! I love that idea!

      Reply
  2. Jen Abshire says

    March 11, 2021 at 10:16 am

    I believe the Basque population in Boise Idaho is larger than the one in Winnemucca. Boise is where they hold Jaialdi every 5 years and Basques come from all over the World.

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    • Karen says

      March 13, 2021 at 12:02 pm

      Cool! I didn’t know that! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  3. Steve says

    December 13, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    These potatoes are incredible! Followed the recipe exactly, with russets I had on hand. The potatoes ended up so creamy, and just melted in your mouth. Anxious to try it with Yukon gold potatoes, but don’t know how they could be any better!

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      December 14, 2020 at 7:15 pm

      I loved these too! They didn’t seem like they would be ask good as they were. But they surprised me!

      Reply
  4. Maya says

    November 9, 2020 at 10:51 pm

    Made this as a side with shredded bbq pork also made in the instantpot. Both were delicious!! For once I followed the directions to the letter and im so glad I did! These potatoes are really good! I do wish I’d used the 6 quart to make the potatoes instead of the 3. I think more of the liquid would’ve cooked off during the sauté afterwards. They were still great and we’ll be having them again soon!! And next time I’ll make them in the 6 quart. :). Thanks again for another great, well written easy to follow recipe!!

    ★★★★

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    • Karen says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      Sounds like a perfect side dish for the pork! I’m so glad you liked it Maya!

      Reply
  5. Linda says

    November 3, 2020 at 7:53 pm

    I have an Instant Pot Aura Pro that has all of the functions except pressure cooker, have you tried making this any way other than in a pressure cooker? It’s sounds delicious.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 4, 2020 at 3:51 pm

      I haven’t but I bet you could make it in the aura pro. I am not sure on times but give it a shot and let me know!

      Reply
  6. Sharon Sweetman says

    November 3, 2020 at 11:11 am

    Hi Karen

    Thanks so much for such a quick response I really appreciate it

    Reply
  7. Laurie says

    November 3, 2020 at 4:09 am

    Could you share “about” his much salt you start with?

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    • Karen says

      November 3, 2020 at 6:22 pm

      I’d say a half teaspoon but I am a salt lover so maybe start with a quarter teaspoon.

      Reply
  8. Sharon Sweetman says

    November 2, 2020 at 9:09 am

    Hi Karen Good Morning

    I have used so many of your recipes and just LOVE THEM ALL

    My pressure cooker has been acting up and keeps showing me the BURN signal and most time there is just a tiny bit of stuff stuck to the bottom.

    Also was just curious do you do any Gluten Free Dishes as my daughter-in-law has celiac

    Thanks Bunches

    Sharon

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:04 pm

      That’s a bummer about your Instant Pot! I don’t know why it would be acting up now??
      As far as gluten free goes here are my GF recipes: https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/recipes/?fwp_dietary_restrictions=gluten-free

      Reply
  9. Chelle says

    November 1, 2020 at 1:56 pm

    Thank you for sharing! I cannot wait to try this recipe with my family. It sounds delicious and I am looking up your other recipies now! <3

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:13 pm

      Ahhh, thanks Chelle! I hope you like it.

      Reply
  10. Valerie says

    November 1, 2020 at 12:15 pm

    Going to have to try this one, sounds delicious, and my hubby LOVES potatoes, so always looking for something other then masked or baked!

    ★★★★★

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    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:13 pm

      I hope you enjoy it! We sure did!

      Reply
  11. Beth says

    November 1, 2020 at 11:03 am

    These look great! BTW, the link in the email to see all the states didn’t seem to get me there. You must be leaving my state – VA – to the end. The best for last? ; ) Actually, growing up in MD, that counts too.

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    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:17 pm

      I will probably do Virginia next week! And Maryland was this one: https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/instant-pot-crab-dip/

      Reply
      • Beth says

        November 2, 2020 at 5:25 pm

        Yes, saw your Maryland recipe! : )

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        • Karen says

          November 2, 2020 at 5:35 pm

          Oh good! Can I ask your opinion on doing ham for virginia?

          Reply
          • Beth says

            November 2, 2020 at 6:15 pm

            I don’t eat pork (I knew a pig; they’re like dogs!) but it certainly would work! I guess an alternative is boiled peanuts, right? Or Brunswick stew which I believe started in VA and can be chicken or pork. Or something with apples. Or BBQ maybe.
            Like in some other states, the regional differences can be big – southern VA vs. Appalachia vs. northern VA. You’ll knock it out of the park no matter what you choose.

          • Karen says

            November 3, 2020 at 6:24 pm

            Ahhh, thanks! I think I’ll do brunswick stew!

          • Beth says

            November 3, 2020 at 7:06 pm

            Oh, great (Brunswick stew). Looking forward to it since I’ve never had it!

  12. PattiAnn says

    November 1, 2020 at 10:58 am

    Hi Karen,
    This looks yummy & a little different twist on a potatoe dish.
    Question? I have noticed that you are putting “scale” on your recipe cards. Do you think you could include 1/2 scale for us that want a smaller serving? It would really be great. I always make
    1/2 of your recipes in my three qt mini, just my husband & me. Of course I can figure the recipe myself, but it sure would be neat just to see an already half size recipe.🙂
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:17 pm

      I wish the recipe card did this as well. The developer of the recipe card has been notified of this request and hopefully in the future that will be an option!

      Reply
      • Ryan says

        April 26, 2021 at 6:43 pm

        Karen, do you think us ‘1-2’ person households could help if we contacted the website developer to include a 1/2 scale card? I would contact them in a heartbeat if it meant not having to use my non-mathematical brain.
        Btw, your Dad’s Creamy au gratin potatoes are the easiest and best au gratin recipe I tasted from Pinterest. Making these tomorrow and then your Disney Potatoes. Love me some taters! Thanks!

        ★★★★★

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        • Karen says

          April 29, 2021 at 1:19 pm

          Thanks for the reminder. I’m putting in another request!

          Reply
  13. Debbie Johnson says

    November 1, 2020 at 10:54 am

    What kind of potatoes did you use? This sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:18 pm

      I used yellow but Russets would be great!

      Reply
  14. Mary Heidt says

    November 1, 2020 at 10:43 am

    Could you make this with cauliflower? I am limiting my carbs just now. What would you change, if anything?
    thanks,

    Mary

    Reply
    • Karen says

      November 2, 2020 at 5:18 pm

      Yes I would use cauliflower florets in the place of the cubed potatoes. Will be tasty!

      Reply

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