Description
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these garlic butter roasted potatoes are a simple, restaurant-quality side dish that comes together in under 45 minutes using basic pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs total)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced finely
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, smoked paprika preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly with olive oil.
- Peel or leave skins on russet potatoes and cut into 1-inch uniform cubes. Place in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Drain potatoes in a colander and rinse under cold water. Pat completely dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to ensure crispiness.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Place dried potato cubes in a large bowl. Pour the butter and spice mixture over the potatoes and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between pieces to avoid steaming.
- Roast for 25 minutes. Remove pan and flip potatoes with a spatula. Return to oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Check for doneness by piercing with a fork; it should slide in easily. Serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Soaking the potatoes is crucial for removing starch and achieving crispiness. Ensure potatoes are completely dry before roasting to prevent steaming. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary. For vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. If using sweet potatoes, reduce oven temperature by 25°F and check earlier to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
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