Crispy Roasted Potatoes Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
295 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
North American
Crispy Roasted Potatoes Recipe
Description
To make Crispy Roasted Potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes are cut into even pieces and parboiled in water with added baking soda, which helps break down surface starches and promotes extra crisping. After draining and shaking to roughen the surface, the potatoes are coated in a combination of olive oil, duck fat, bacon fat, and butter, along with fresh thyme, sea salt, and black pepper.
The potatoes are arranged in a single layer on a baking sheet and roasted at 425 degrees Fahrenheit, turning once during cooking, to develop a crunchy golden crust while retaining soft insides. Fresh thyme provides herbaceous aroma and enhances flavor.
This recipe uses a blend of cooking fats, which contributes depth of flavor and rich texture. Duck and bacon fats impart savory notes, while olive oil offers lighter coating. The baked potatoes make a suitable side dish for various meals.
Rendered fats from homemade stocks can be used in place of purchased fats to add flavor. Olive oil is an option for a lighter result. Extra fresh thyme sprinkled before serving adds freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 lb potato Yukon gold variety
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup olive oil see notes, or melted butter
- ¼ cup duck fat
- ¼ cup bacon fat
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 teaspoon thyme plus more for serving, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Turn your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the potatoes into 8 pieces each. (First, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Then, place them cut side down and cut both halves lengthwise then cut them crosswise once to make cubes.)
- Add the baking soda to a large pot of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes and boil them for 10 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes using a colander then shake the colander to rough up the potatoes. They should look like they're coated in mashed potatoes. Let them dry for 1 minute.
- Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and add the oil, thyme, salt, and pepper and mix well.
- Spread the potatoes out in an even layer on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Turn the potatoes over and then continue to bake for another 10-15 minutes, until they are golden brown and super crispy. Serve the potatoes with extra fresh thyme sprinkled over top.
Notes
- A blend of duck fat, bacon fat, melted butter, and olive oil provides rich flavor and crispiness.
- Rendered fats from homemade stocks are excellent substitutes for added richness.
- Olive oil alone is a lighter alternative for roasting potatoes if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 664mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 961mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 45mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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