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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

1 hour

Yield

5

These easy Crispy Roasted Potatoes are the perfect side that everyone will love. Roasted to the perfect consistency we all love!

Potatoes are the bomb and there are so many different ways you can use them which is what I love. For this recipe, I made crispy roasted potatoes which are so crunchy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. It has taken me years to try and figure this out, and I finally found the trick to nailing that perfect potato consistency.

My secret weapon for nailing that consistency? Boiling and baking soda. More on that below but DO NOT skip these steps. I promise you that you’ll thank me later. Whip these bad boys up for a holiday dinner, or if you’re in the UK, your typical Sunday roast.

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❤️ Why You’ll Love Crispy Roasted Potatoes

  • Gourmet: They make you feel gourmet AF, they’re so fancy but not
  • Addictive: Highly addictive so you will become an expert at making them very quickly
  • Crisp (but Soft): These crispy oven potatoes are both crispy & soft – double the trouble!
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🍲 Ingredients

Potatoes:I like to use russet or baby potatoes for this roasted potatoes recipe as I feel I get the best flavor and consistency of the crispy but soft consistency I love.

Baking Soda:Do not skip the step of boiling your potatoes with baking soda. Baking soda will help your potatoes get crispy in the oven. This is the trick!

Thyme:I used fresh thyme for these crispy potatoes but you can also use dried thyme or swap out the thyme for a different herb like rosemary.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Crispy Roasted Potatoes

1. Bring a large pot to a boil to boil your potatoes first.

2. In your pot, you’ll want to add salt and baking soda and then parboil them for 10 minutes. This is the step I mentioned before that you don’t want to miss because it helps give you the perfect consistency.

3. While your potatoes are cooking, preheat your oven and line 1-2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

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4. When your potatoes are done, remove them from the water and add them into a large bowl where you’ll then throw in your spices such as: salt & pepper, onion powder, oil, garlic, and/or butter.

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5. Once you stir together everything in your bowl, put the potatoes on your baking sheet and make sure there’s some breathing room next to each potato and they’re facing cut-side down before you roast potatoes in the oven for 50 minutes. You’ll want to remove them at the 30-minute mark to flip them and distribute the thyme evenly on them before cooking for the last 20 minutes until golden brown to perfection.

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🗒 Tips and Tricks

  • Crispy Potatoes: The secret to crispy potatoes is baking soda! It sounds weird but it works. The baking soda makes the water alkaline which helps break down the surface of the potatoes and helps get that crispiness you want once you add them to the oven
  • Oil: Use whatever oil you prefer for roasting potatoes such as olive oil, avocado oil, or vegetable oil
  • Soaking Potatoes: Soaking potatoes first removes excess potato starch from the outside which will help with crisping up the potatoes when they bake or roast


🗒 Best served with

  • Salmon Kebabs
  • Greek Chicken Souvlaki

👝 How to Store Leftovers

These roasted potatoes are best served fresh but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. When reheating, to keep them crispy, I’d fry them up in a pan on low heat.

🤔 Common Questions

Do I have to boil potatoes before roasting?

Not necessary but this can help get the perfect consistency and crispiness. Make sure you boil them but leave them a bit al dente and they will crisp up perfectly in the oven.

What does baking soda do to potatoes?

It makes the water alkaline which helps break down the surface of the potato and helps make your potatoes crispy!

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How to Make Crispy Roasted Potatoes

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These easy Crispy Roasted Potatoes are the perfect side that everyone will love. Roasted to the perfect consistency we all love!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Course Wedge

Cuisine Vegan

Servings 5

Calories 289 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 L water – depending on the size of your pot
  • 6 medium-sized russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 2 tbsp. sea salt
  • 1 tbsp. baking soda
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves pressed, grated or finely chopped – this is important.
  • 1 tbsp. vegan butter
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cracked pepper
  • 3 tbsp. fresh thyme smashed to release the scent

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Instructions

  • Bring a large pot to a boil and add the salt and baking soda. Add the potatoes and parboil them for 10 minutes.

  • Preheat oven to 425F and line 1-2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

  • Remove from water, strain and transfer to a large bowl. To the bowl, add the salt, pepper, onion powder, oil, garlic and butter. Stir gently.

  • Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet. You need to make sure each potato has room to breathe and is cut-side down. You may need to use two baking sheets depending on how many potatoes you cook.

  • Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

  • Remove from the oven, flip each potato and evenly distribute with fresh thyme.

  • Cook for another 20 minutes or until perfectly crispy and golden.

  • Serve with fresh lemon (optional) but highly recommended if enjoyed with a fresh salad or greens.

  • But honestly, you can…Enjoy. With. Anything.

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Notes

Tip: Use russet or baby potatoes!

Nutrition

Serving: 5 | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 47.7g | Protein: 5.8g | Fat: 9.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 3307.3mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 1.6g

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Chelsea Jones

Posted at 3:41 pm, May 13, 2024

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If i’m using baby potatoes, should I still peel them before boiling?

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 10:48 am, May 14, 2024

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It’s up to you! If you like the skins you can leave them but I would likely peel to achive the perfectly crispy outside texture. the more I think about it though it might be a brilliant idea to leave them as is. Please keep me posted.

Baris

Posted at 1:31 am, April 30, 2024

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Hi Maria,

Made this recipe last night. They came out great consistency-wise, super crunchy on outside and fluffy on inside. However, for some reason they left a slightly odd aftertaste in my mouth after eating them. Almost a bit chemically. Do you know what might be the reason for that? Did I use too much baking soda perhaps?

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 6:19 am, April 30, 2024

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Oh weird, that shouldn’t have happened! Maybe, did you follow the recipe exactly?

D. Fulgencio

Posted at 5:55 pm, April 17, 2024

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I love this recipe! It’s my go to on days when I want to eat something delicious that won’t require that much effort.

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 5:07 am, April 18, 2024

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I love to hear this! Thank you so much!

Angela Lousteau

Posted at 4:35 pm, April 17, 2024

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do you use evoo and butter?

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 5:07 am, April 18, 2024

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whatever is listed in the recipe!

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FAQs

Why can't I get my roast potatoes crispy? ›

Preheat the fat. While the potatoes parboil, add the oil or butter to the roasting pan, transfer it to the warm oven, and heat it for about 5 minutes before adding the potatoes. This allows the outside of the potatoes to crisp up nicely and not just absorb the cold fat when you put them in the oven.

How to keep roasted potatoes crunchy? ›

How do you keep roast potatoes warm and crispy? Don't. Let them cool. Just before you need to serve them (5–10 minutes, depending on how cool they are) put them in a hot oven, That should crisp them up nicely, and warm them too.

Why won't my fried potatoes get crispy? ›

This sure sounds a lot like potatoes that have been stored too long, in too cold of an environment before cooking. When potatoes are held below 41°F for too long a period, the starches convert to sugar and it changes the cooking chemistry.

How to re-crisp roasted potatoes? ›

Arrange cooked potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer (if desired, line with parchment paper). Cover pan with aluminum foil and place in hot oven. Cook for 20 minutes, and then remove foil and let them go for another 5-10 minutes or until they are the crispy potatoes you are looking for.

What is the best oil for roasting potatoes? ›

Neutral, low-cost oil such as vegetable oil, canola oil, safflower oil, peanut oil, corn oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, etc., work well for roasting. These oils have a high smoke point, allowing the potatoes to get very hot to achieve maximum crispiness.

Why are my potatoes still crunchy after cooking? ›

Size and Cut: The size and cut of the potato pieces can also affect their cooking time. Smaller pieces will cook faster and become softer than larger ones. If the potato cubes were too large or unevenly cut, this might result in some pieces remaining crunchy.

Is it necessary to boil potatoes before roasting? ›

Do I have to boil potatoes before roasting? Not necessary but this can help get the perfect consistency and crispiness. Make sure you boil them but leave them a bit al dente and they will crisp up perfectly in the oven.

Why does vinegar make potatoes crispy? ›

The acid in the vinegar can also help to slightly break down the surface of the potatoes, aiding in the development of a crispier texture during frying. Additionally, the vinegar can contribute to a golden-brown color on the exterior of the fries.

Why are my potatoes soggy and not crispy? ›

Potatoes can react like sponges; too much oil can make your potatoes appear to be soggy. Try placing oil in a spray bottle or using an aerosol to apply the oil to the potatoes. Lastly, ensure that the potatoes are dry before you add the oil.

What happens if you roast potatoes too long? ›

If you roast them at too high a temperature, you risk browning the outsides before the insides are cooked through. Cook them for too long at a lower temp, though, and they may dry out (telltale signs: leathery, tough) on their way to Tender Town.

Does rinsing potatoes make them Crispier? ›

By rinsing off the excess starch, you can achieve a better balance and control over the browning process, resulting in evenly cooked and beautifully golden fries. Another advantage of rinsing the potatoes is that the cold water makes the potato cells firmer, leading to crispier fries when fried.

Why are my oven roasted potatoes soggy? ›

Roasted potatoes can become soggy if the water content in the potato isn't fully cooked. Different potatoes have different water content percentages. Also, be mindful of the oil. Potatoes can react like sponges; too much oil can make your potatoes appear to be soggy.

Why does soaking potatoes make them crispier? ›

Soaking the sliced potatoes in water helps to draw out some of the starch from the middle of the potato, resulting in a sturdier, crispier French fry.

Why are my roast potatoes taking so long? ›

If you're cooking the potatoes after they've been in the fridge, the cooking time may be a little longer than normal as the potatoes will be cold. If you are cooking a whole roast dinner and are in and out of the oven you may find your roasties take a little longer.

Why aren't my baked potatoes crispy? ›

If you oil them up early, the skins may not turn crispy. The salt, too, can run off the potatoes in the heat. Instead, do a quick oil baste after the potatoes reach 205°F: Remove the pan from the oven. Brush with olive oil (or bacon grease if you have it) and a hefty sprinkle of kosher salt.

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