Patates Antinaktes (Cypriot Potatoes & Wine)

Step 1: Soak potatoes in water for 10-15 minutes.

Step 2: Scrub well to clean and remove most of the skin.

Step 3: Dry well.

Step 4: Heat oil in a large skillet with a lid.

Step 5: Add as many potatoes as will make a single layer without crowding.

Step 6: Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Step 7: Turn potatoes.

Step 8: Cover and cook for 6 minutes more.

Step 9: Remove potatoes from pan with slotted spoon.

Step 10: Cook remaining potatoes the same way.

Step 11: Set skillet aside.

Step 12: On a cutting board, press each potato with a spatula or the side of a large knife just until it cracks.

Step 13: Return all potatoes to skillet.

Step 14: Set skillet over high heat and add coriander seeds and salt.

Step 15: When potatoes begin to sizzle, CAREFULLY add the wine.

Step 16: Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 2-3 minutes more.

Step 17: Toss or stir well.

Step 18: Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 12 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through.

Step 19: Add cilantro and pepper and serve.