Perfect Crispy Potatoes Recipe Courtesy Melissa D Arabian
Transform your potato game with Melissa d’Arabian’s Perfect Crispy Potatoes recipe—a foolproof method for achieving golden, crunchy perfection! Crafted from simple pantry staples like russet potatoes, fresh rosemary, and garlic, these potatoes are first parboiled to ensure a tender interior, then pan-fried in a sizzling blend of butter and oil to create an irresistibly crispy exterior. The addition of aromatic rosemary and garlic during the final moments of cooking elevates this dish with a burst of savory, herby flavor. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a crowd-pleasing snack, this recipe offers restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen. Ready in under an hour and serving four, it’s a must-try for crispy potato enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes, then cut them into evenly sized cubes, about 1-inch wide.
Rinse the potato cubes under cold water to remove excess starch, then place them in a pot of salted cold water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and let the potatoes cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until just tender. Do not overcook.
Drain the potatoes and spread them out on a clean kitchen towel or baking sheet to dry thoroughly.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil and unsalted butter over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
Add the potatoes to the skillet in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes to allow the bottoms to get golden and crispy.
Flip the potatoes with a spatula or tongs and repeat this process, cooking each side until all sides are golden and crispy.
Add the rosemary and garlic to the skillet during the last 2 minutes of cooking to infuse the potatoes with flavor.
Season the crispy potatoes with black pepper and additional salt if needed.
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.3 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 4892 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.3 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 6770 mg | 144% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
