Potatoes are probably known as the most eaten dish in the Netherlands. And that is not surprising, we have been eating and growing them for centuries. Over time, many new dishes have emerged and you can prepare potatoes in different ways. You can boil potatoes and bake potatoes, but what is really hip these days: cooking potatoes in the airfryer. We will briefly discuss them all so that you can prepare the tastiest potato dish!

How long to cook potatoes?

We often get the question: 'How long to boil potatoes?' This depends on the size of the potatoes. On average, you boil potatoes with or without skin for about 12 to 15 minutes on the stove or 6 to 8 minutes in the microwave. See the image below to see how long each size should boil on the stove. Are you unsure whether the potatoes are done ? Prick the middle of the potato with a fork, can you pierce the middle well? Then the potato is done. If it is still hard inside, it is best to continue boiling for a while. If the potatoes are done, you can let them cool for fifteen minutes in cold water and then serve.

Chef's tip: Are you cooking with large potatoes and want to speed up the process? Simply cut the large potato in half. This will cook the potato faster and save you time.

How much salt to use when cooking potatoes?

Different amounts of salt are used, each person has their own taste. The standard is about 2 tablespoons of salt.

How long should you boil potatoes for mash?

Baby potatoes Small potatoes Average potatoes Large potatoes Extra large potatoes

2.5 cm 5 cm 7.5 cm 10 cm 15 cm

12 min. 15 min. 20 min. 25 min. 30 min.

The cooking times above are suitable for mashed potatoes, potato salad and other dishes. However, when making potato salad, allow for some cooling time after cooking for the best texture (using an ice bath will speed up this cooling process).

How do you know if potatoes are done? Simply stick a fork into the center of the potato. The center should be tender and have the texture of a ripe pear, or firm but not mushy.

Boiling and baking potatoes

Want to make crispy baked potatoes? Good choice! We often get the question whether you have to boil the potatoes in water first, but this is not necessary.

• Cut the potato into slices of approximately 0.5 cm.
• Heat the frying pan to medium/high heat together with butter and place the potato slices in the frying pan.
• Bake the potatoes for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning them regularly so they don't burn.
• Sprinkle them with some herbs and enjoy!

Looking for a good frying pan to bake in? Then definitely check out our popular (induction) frying pans !

Boil potatoes with skin

Baking potatoes with skin is a real treat! Not only in terms of taste – it is also easy to prepare. Potatoes with skin are deliciously tender on the inside and crispy on the outside!

• Preheat the oven to 220 degrees and place baking paper on the baking tray.

• Wash the potatoes and dry them with kitchen paper.
  
  
• Cut the potatoes into 3 to 4 cm pieces

• Sprinkle the potato pieces with olive oil.

• Place the potato pieces in a single layer on the baking sheet.

• Place the potatoes in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
• Remove the roasted potatoes with skin from the oven and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking potatoes Airfryer

Cooking potatoes in the Airfryer is super easy and delicious! It takes about 25 minutes of your time.

• Place the potatoes in the Airfryer, set the Airfryer to 10 minutes and 200 degrees
• After 10 minutes: shake the potatoes well in the Airfryer and set the Airfryer to 200 degrees for 8 – 10 minutes until they are golden brown.

Chef's tip: Want extra results? Before you put the potatoes in the Airfryer, place them in a bowl. Sprinkle the potatoes with oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs and season with salt and pepper. Now place all the ingredients in the Airfryer according to the steps above. Once the potatoes have come out perfectly, squeeze some lemon juice and sprinkle the potatoes with parsley. Guarantees for an optimal taste sensation.

Fun facts about how long to cook potatoes:

How Long to Boil Potatoes? Boiling potatoes is a simple process, but you do need the right pots and pans. Cook and Pan offers high-quality cooking pots and pans that are ideal for boiling potatoes. But how long exactly do potatoes boil? It depends on a number of factors, including the size and type of potato, as you know. Here are 3 fun facts about boiling potatoes:

1. Most potatoes can be cooked in 20-25 minutes.

2. Cooking potatoes in their skins is the quickest.

3. Potatoes can also be baked in the oven.

How long do potatoes take to cook? If you use Cook and Pan cooking pots, you can be sure that your potatoes will be ready within 15-20 minutes, this is because the heat conduction of our pots is faster than other pots. This means that cooking takes less time and you save energy. Make sure that you choose the right size and type of potato, so that you have the right cooking time. If you choose small potatoes, your potatoes can be ready within 10 minutes. Larger potatoes can take a lot longer. How long do potatoes take to cook? If you use the right pots, you can be sure that your potatoes will be ready within 15-20 minutes. Cook and Pan offers high-quality cooking pots that are ideal for boiling potatoes. Boil your potatoes with Cook and Pan for the best results.