The Best Crispy Roast Potatoes Ever
These crispy roast potatoes are perfectly golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside, infused with garlic, rosemary, and your choice of rich fats. They’re a show-stopping side dish ideal for any meal or celebration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tablespoons kosher salt (for boiling)
1/2 teaspoon (4 g) baking soda
4 pounds (about 2 kg) russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters, sixths, or eighths
5 tablespoons (75 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, duck fat, goose fat, or beef fat
Small handful fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
3 medium cloves garlic, minced
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Small handful fresh parsley leaves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) or 400°F (200°C) if using convection.
- In a large pot, bring 2 quarts (2L) water to a boil. Add kosher salt, baking soda, and potatoes. Stir and return to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, until a knife meets little resistance.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine your choice of fat with rosemary, garlic, and black pepper. Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until garlic turns golden (about 3 minutes). Strain oil through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl. Set solids aside.
- Drain potatoes and let rest in the pot for 30 seconds. Transfer to the bowl with infused oil. Season with salt and pepper, and toss vigorously until a mashed potato-like paste forms on the surface.
- Spread potatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast without moving for 20 minutes.
- Use a thin spatula to release stuck potatoes. Turn and shake to flip. Continue roasting for another 30 to 40 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp.
- Transfer roasted potatoes to a bowl. Add reserved garlic/rosemary mixture and minced parsley. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a mix of russet and Yukon Gold potatoes for varied texture.
- Add chili flakes or cayenne to the oil for a spicy kick.
- Stir in lemon zest with the parsley for a fresh, bright flavor.
- Sprinkle Parmesan just before serving for a cheesy variation.
- Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness—avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
