Crispy Homemade Roast Potatoes
Delicious crispy roast potatoes seasoned with herbs and spices, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Potatoes (Russets or Yukon Golds recommended)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (or vegetable oil or duck fat)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- Fresh herbs (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut them into even chunks.
- Place cut potatoes in a large pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them steam in the pot for a few minutes.
- Shake the pot to roughen up the edges of the potatoes.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with seasonings, then toss gently.
- Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Check for doneness and ensure they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For the crispiest results, ensure potatoes are dry before roasting and don’t overcrowd the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg