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:

Crispy Roast Potatoes

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Author: Living the Gourmet
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
Category: side dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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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!

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!