Description
Crispy, golden roasted potatoes with a fluffy interior—made perfect with simple techniques and seasonings. The ultimate side dish for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold, Russet, or red potatoes)
- 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh or 1 tsp dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, or parsley)
- 1 tsp baking soda (optional, for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) for optimal crispiness.
- Choose the Right Potatoes – Use starchy potatoes like Russets for maximum crunch or Yukon Golds for a balance of creamy and crispy textures.
- Cut Evenly – Chop potatoes into uniform 1 to 1.5-inch chunks for even cooking.
- Parboil for Crispiness – Boil water, add a pinch of salt, and optionally 1 tsp baking soda. Parboil potatoes for 7-10 minutes until edges soften.
- Drain and Roughen Up – Drain and shake potatoes in a colander to create rough edges for extra crispiness.
- Season Well – Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add fresh herbs before or after roasting.
- Use a Preheated Baking Sheet – Place seasoned potatoes on a hot baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast to Perfection – Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs – Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with extra olive oil or melted butter before serving.
Notes
- Spicy Roasted Potatoes – Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Cheesy Garlic Roasted Potatoes – Sprinkle Parmesan cheese before roasting.
- Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes – Toss with lemon zest and fresh dill.
- Sweet & Savory – Mix regular potatoes with sweet potatoes.
- Mediterranean Style – Add olives, feta, and oregano.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: roasted potatoes, crispy potatoes, easy side dish, baked potatoes, perfect roasted potatoes