Crispy Roasted Potatoes
4 servings Crispy Roasted Potatoes are next-level roast potatoes—ultra-crispy on the outside, light and fluffy inside. The secret? Par-boiling with baking soda breaks down the outer starch for MAXIMUM crunch. Then, we coat them in a garlic and herb-infused oil, roast them to crispy perfection, and finish them with fresh parsley and... Read more ... crispy garlic bits. These will be the first thing gone at any meal! Read less x saved The Headless Chef Resident Chef April 5, 2025 75 min.1 h. 15 min.1/5 75 min. 1 h. 15 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Ingredients 2 LB of potatoes of your choice - peeled and cut into large pieces (I use Maris Piper, Yukon Gold, or Agria)½ TSP of baking soda1 ½ TSP of table salt4 TBSP of butter4 cloves of garlic - peeled and smashed1 TBSP of dried herbs of your choice - finely chopped (I use Thyme, Sage, Rosemary)2 TBSP of fresh parsley - finely chopped 2 LB of potatoes of your choice - peeled and cut into large pieces (I use Maris Piper, Yukon Gold, or Agria) ½ TSP of baking soda 1 ½ TSP of table salt 4 TBSP of butter 4 cloves of garlic - peeled and smashed 1 TBSP of dried herbs of your choice - finely chopped (I use Thyme, Sage, Rosemary) 2 TBSP of fresh parsley - finely chopped Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Pot (8 QT or more)1x Colander1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (baking tray)1x Large Stir Fry Pan or Sauté Pan or Sauce pan1x Tongs1x sieve or slotted spoon 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Pot (8 QT or more) 1x Colander 1x Baking Dish (Baking Pan), Lasagna Pan or Oval au Gratin (baking tray) 1x Large Stir Fry Pan or Sauté Pan or Sauce pan 1x Tongs 1x sieve or slotted spoon Directions: 1. Par-Boil for Maximum Crunch Let’s start the preparation of Crispy Roasted Potatoes with the potato preparation. Peel and cut potatoes into large chunks (about 2 inches). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add ½ tsp baking soda & 1 tsp salt. Add the potatoes and boil for 10-12 minutes until the edges are soft and fluffy. Drain the potatoes and shake them in the colander to rough up the edges. Peel and cut potatoes into large chunks (about 2 inches). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add ½ tsp baking soda & 1 tsp salt. Add the potatoes and boil for 10-12 minutes until the edges are soft and fluffy. Drain the potatoes and shake them in the colander to rough up the edges. 2. Make the Garlic and Herb Infused Oil While the potatoes are boiling, heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add garlic cloves & your mix of roasting herbs. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then strain the oil, setting the crispy garlic and herbs aside. While the potatoes are boiling, heat oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add garlic cloves & your mix of roasting herbs. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then strain the oil, setting the crispy garlic and herbs aside. 3. Roast to Crispy Perfection Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Toss potatoes in the infused oil, salt, and pepper, making sure they’re well coated. Spread them out in a single layer on a roasting tray. Roast for 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy/ Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Toss potatoes in the infused oil, salt, and pepper, making sure they’re well coated. Spread them out in a single layer on a roasting tray. Roast for 40-50 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy/ 4. Garnish and Serve Crispy Roasted Potatoes Toss the hot roast potatoes with crispy garlic, herbs, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately and watch them disappear! Toss the hot roast potatoes with crispy garlic, herbs, and fresh parsley. 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