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Authentic Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes
Authentic Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes recipe is a staple in Greek cuisine, known for its tangy lemon flavor and crispy golden edges with soft and creamy inside.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 345 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Greek
Ingredients
- 1 kg floury potatoes (Starchy potatoes such as Yukon Gold, Maris Piper, King Edwards, Idaho, and Russet)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 4 tablespoon good quality olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into wedges. Aim for uniform pieces so they cook evenly. I usually cut medium-sized potatoes into quarters or sixths, depending on their size. If they're too thick, they might not cook through by the time the outside is golden and crispy.
- Soak the potato wedges in cold water for about 30 minutes before cooking. This step helps remove excess starch, which is key to getting that perfect crispiness. Drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large baking tray the size of 35cm x 25cm (14" x 10"), combine minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, chicken stock, thyme or oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add the potato wedges and toss everything together until the potatoes are well coated.
- Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C). Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Make sure they're not too crowded; you want them to roast, not steam.
- Roast the potatoes for about 1 hour 10 minutes, turning them halfway through. This helps ensure they get crispy on all sides.
- Once the potatoes are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven. I like to give them a final squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley right before serving. This extra hit of lemon really brightens the dish.
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Notes
- Choose the Right Potatoes : Starchy potatoes are ideal as they hold their shape well during roasting and have a nice, creamy texture.
- Don't Skip the Soak : Soaking the potatoes helps them get extra crispy.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice : It makes a huge difference in the flavor.
- Don’t Crowd the Pan : Give the potatoes space to roast properly.
- Turn Halfway Through : This ensures they’re crispy all over.
Nutrition Information
Calories
345kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
48g
(16%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
683mg
(28%)
Potassium
1141mg
(33%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
38IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
55mg
(61%)
Calcium
43mg
(4%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 683mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 1141mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 38IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 55mg | 61% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.