Description
These crispy roast potatoes are golden brown on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with flavor. The secret? Parboiling, roughing them up, and roasting them in hot oil or butter for the ultimate crunch. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs (900g) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (helps with crispiness)
- 6 cups water (for boiling)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted duck fat for extra crunch)
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for flavor)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Parboil the Potatoes
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt and baking soda.
- Add potatoes and boil for 8-10 minutes, until just fork-tender but not falling apart.
- 2. Drain & Rough Up
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Shake the pot gently to rough up the edges—this helps create crispy, craggy bits.
- 3. Preheat the Oil
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large baking sheet, heat olive oil and butter in the oven for 5 minutes, until hot.
- 4. Roast to Perfection
- Carefully add potatoes to the hot oil, tossing to coat.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Roast for 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- 5. Add Garlic & Herbs
- In the last 5 minutes, add minced garlic and fresh rosemary/thyme to the pan.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Garnish with extra herbs and serve hot!
Notes
- Extra Crispy Tip: Spread the potatoes out in a single layer so they don’t steam.
- Want More Flavor? Try tossing them with Parmesan cheese before serving!
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best crispiness.
- Nutrition (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: ~220
- Carbs: ~30g
- Fat: ~10g
- Protein: ~3g
- Sodium: ~400mg
Nutrition
- Calories: ~220
- Sodium: ~400mg
- Fat: ~10g
- Protein: ~3g