Perfect Roast Potatoes
Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, these Perfect Roast Potatoes are a must-make side dish for any occasion. Made with Yukon Gold or Maris Piper potatoes, their fluffy interior pairs beautifully with their crunchy, golden crust achieved through a simple yet effective parboiling and roasting process. Infused with the richness of vegetable oil or goose fat, and optionally flavored with whole garlic cloves and fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme, these oven-roasted potatoes are elevated to gourmet perfection. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, they’re an effortless way to impress at your next holiday dinner or Sunday roast. Ready in just over an hour, these roast potatoes are guaranteed to be the crowd favorite on your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Maris Piper potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil or goose fat
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (optional, for flavoring)
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks, approximately 2 inches wide. Smaller cuts will yield crispier results.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat and simmer the potatoes for 7-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to soften. Be careful not to overcook them.
Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander, allowing them to steam dry for a minute. Gently shake the colander to rough up the edges—this will create a crispy texture during roasting.
While the potatoes are steaming dry, pour the vegetable oil or goose fat onto a large baking sheet and place it in the oven for 5 minutes to heat up.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and tilt it to spread the oil evenly. Add the potatoes to the hot oil, ensuring each piece is coated. Spread them out in an even layer, giving each piece enough space to crisp up.
Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and pepper. If desired, add whole garlic cloves and sprigs of rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
Roast the potatoes in the oven for 40-50 minutes, turning them every 15-20 minutes to ensure even browning.
Once the potatoes are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfect roast potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.7 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2407 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.1 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 4167 mg | 89% | |
*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.
