Description
Herb and Garlic Roasted Potatoes are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy in the center, infused with aromatic herbs and buttery garlic flavor. Perfect as a flavorful side dish for steak, turkey, or any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 lb Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt
Seasoning and Garnish
- 2 1/2 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
- 2 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Rosemary (or a combination of herbs)
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes if desired and cut them into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.
- Boil with Baking Soda and Salt: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda and kosher salt. Add the potato chunks and parboil them until they are just tender but not falling apart, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Drain and Rough Up: Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Shake the pot gently to roughen the edges of the potatoes, which helps create a crispy crust when roasting.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for roasting the potatoes.
- Toss with Oil, Herbs, and Garlic: Place the potatoes in a roasting pan. Add vegetable oil, minced garlic, and fresh rosemary. Toss well to coat all potatoes evenly.
- Roast the Potatoes: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 60-75 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure all sides become golden brown and crispy.
- Add Butter and Parsley: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, dot the potatoes with butter and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top. Continue roasting until the butter melts and the parsley is fragrant.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot alongside your favorite main dishes.
Notes
- The baking soda in the boiling water helps break down the potato edges to enhance crispiness.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary and parsley for the best aromatic flavor.
- Yukon Gold potatoes are ideal for roasting due to their creamy texture and flavor.
- Ensure the potatoes are dried well after boiling to avoid steaming during roasting.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with olive oil or another preferred cooking oil.
- These potatoes pair well with steaks, roasted meats, or holiday meals like Thanksgiving turkey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 392 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg
