Crispy on the outside, but tender on the inside, these Crispy Roast Potatoes are not only easy to prepare, but they are a perfect side to a variety of dishes.
The process is a simple one and we'll be breaking down the three-step technique in today's post. This recipe is also incredibly versatile leaving plenty of room for different flavor profiles and creativity.
Three Step Wonder
This delicious side dish is comprised of three basic steps- boil your potatoes, heating a baking pan with oil in the oven, roasting the potatoes in the preheated pan until golden and crispy.
The method is a cross between frying and baking ensuring you will always get a perfectly crisp edge and soft interior. They keep perfectly as well, just heat them back up before serving.
The Classic Pinch
As mentioned earlier, this side dish is incredibly versatile but today we kept things simple- a pinch of salt, a dash of pepper, some garlic, and a generous amount of grated cheese. You can garnish with cilantro if you like just an added pop of colour.
Here are few other spice combos you can try to tailor today's recipe to your liking:
- Gochugaru - This is has been a frequent go-to for me lately. If you love spice with just a touch of sweet smokiness, you'll love what gochugaru will lend to this dish. It's Korean chili flakes and pairs nicely with ground ginger, ground garlic, white pepper, a little bit of brown sugar, and some soy sauce for an Asian flare.
- Tex Mex - If you're looking for something a little more smokey to serve alongside some of your favorite Southwestern dishes, try a combination of cumin, paprika, chili powder, garlic, and coriander.
- Italian Style - A classic. Sprinkle your potatoes with dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. To serve sprinkle with grated cheese.
Serving Suggestions
We have a lot of pairings for this side dish here on Living the Gourmet. Be sure to browse our Recipe Index for more, but here are just a few recommendations:
- Spicy Korean Style Burgers
- Curried Cheeseburgers
- Ultimate Steak Board
- Oven Fried Chicken
- Glazed BBQ Chicken Thighs
- Winter Herbed Roast Chicken
- Blackened Cod Fish Tacos
- Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
Crispy Roast Potatoes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 lb. potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1/2 cup neutral oil
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 5-6 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop potatoes into 1" wedges.
- Fill a large pot halfway with water over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Cook the potatoes until fork tender.
- In the meantime, while the potatoes are cooking, preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Take a 13" x 9" baking dish and pour ½ cup oil. Place in the oven while it heats up.
- Once the potatoes are done, add them to the preheated baking pan. Add garlic cloves then season with salt and pepper. Toss and return to the oven. Bake for 25 minutes, then turn the potatoes over and baking for another 25 minutes.
- Once golden and crispy, remove and sprinkle with grated cheese and cilantro. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Cuisine: American
And that’s our recipe for Crispy Roast Potatoes. If you enjoyed today’s recipe, or have any questions or suggestions, be sure to let us know in the comments below. We always love hearing from you. Happy Cooking!
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Sandra says
Oh my, these potatoes look delicious! I'm going to try them with roast chicken tomorrow. Thanks so much for this great recipe!
Megan says
These were a hit, and so crispy too!
Biana says
These potatoes look so crispy and delicious. What a perfect side dish for steak or chicken.
Gail Montero says
I've recently been looking for a good recipe for crispy roast potatoes and I just found it with this one! Love how crispy they look and that I can add a variety of flavors, too!
Janessa says
These turned out fabulously crispy! I love the touch of parmesan cheese.
Beth says
Yum.. This recipe is so delish and I cannot wait to try it. My family would love this for sure!
Samantha Donnelly says
These soundd amazing, I find I am verry hiit and miss with how crunchy my potattoes turn out
Sarah Stockley says
My whole family are huge fans of roast potatoes. We tried out this recipe and had it with our Sunday dinner and they were delicious.
Luna S says
I love a good potato dish, these look like they have just the right amount of crunch! I have to make this.
Rhian Westbury says
I can almost see the crispy crunch of these potatoes from the photo. Personally I think if you're going to have potatoes they need to be crispy x
Claudia Krusch says
Perfect side dish for a cold winter's night! Thanks for sharing it!
Yeah Lifestyle says
These potatoes look delicious, loving all your tips especially pre-boiling them for a softer inside and making sure the baking pan is pre-heated
DAVID J MYERS says
Catherine, Perfect! I love roasted potatoes and your version offers both texture and the right seasoning... Pair with roasted chicken or a baked pork chop! Yum... Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Cathleen says
These potatoes are perfect!! I love making these, they are already a favourite in my house, thanks so much for sharing 🙂
Katie Crenshaw says
These potatoes come out tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Delicious!
Sharon says
Next time you are thinking of making potatoes, skip the baked or mashed potatoes and make these instead. So crispy!
Ann says
I have never thought about cooking the potatoes first and then heating in the oven. I plan on making these tonight for supper!
Ashley says
Oh my goodness, these look so tasty! I love a good roasted potato dish!
Jamie says
This is another great recipe for our all-time favorite potato! This crispy roast potatoes recipe looks incredibly delicious! Definitely an instant favorite for many! Totally love it too!
Enri Lemoine says
I made these potatoes, and my only concern is how addictive they are. I'm in trouble! I cannot wait to make them again, and again! Thanks for the recipe.
Dennis says
Your recipe rocks! Perfectly roasted OMG potatoes every time I've made them!
Hayley Dhanecha says
Love a good potato dish and these crispy roast potatoes were simply amazing! Thanks for the recipe.
Siennylovesdrawing says
Ohh wowo....potatoes are my fav anytime anywhere, thanks for this recipe, gonna saved this post. So I wanna make this potatoes dish to enjoy. Cheers Siennylovesdrawing