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Crispy Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Herbs Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Description

Crispy Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Herbs are golden, buttery roasted potatoes with a perfectly crunchy exterior and a soft, cloud-like interior. Boiled with baking soda for extra fluffiness, then roasted to golden perfection and finished with fragrant garlic butter and a medley of fresh herbs, this dish is a deliciously savory side perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Potatoes and Seasoning

  • 2 pounds petite gold potatoes, halved
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Oils and Fats

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

Flavorings

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ⅔ cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, green onions)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
  2. Boil Potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the halved potatoes, baking soda, and a generous amount of salt. Boil for about 10 to 12 minutes until the potatoes are just slightly fork-tender but not fully cooked.
  3. Drain and Rough Up Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pot for about 1 minute to allow excess moisture to evaporate. Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Shake the bowl vigorously for a few minutes to rough up the surfaces of the potatoes, creating a pasty, mushy coating that will help them crisp up.
  4. Roast Potatoes: Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, then shake and flip the potatoes to ensure even browning. Continue roasting for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are deeply golden and crispy. Check occasionally and roast longer if necessary to achieve desired crispiness.
  5. Melt Garlic Butter: While the potatoes roast, melt the unsalted butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Toss with Herbs and Serve: Once the potatoes are roasted, transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the garlic butter over the potatoes, sprinkle with the chopped fresh herbs, and toss gently to combine. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Using petite gold potatoes or similarly waxy potatoes helps achieve the perfect crispy outside with a fluffy inside.
  • The baking soda in the boiling water helps break down the potato surfaces, creating a rough texture that crisps beautifully in the oven.
  • Shake the potatoes vigorously in the bowl after boiling to create small rough patches that enhance crunchiness.
  • Adjust roasting time as needed for your oven—potatoes should be deeply golden and crispy but not burnt.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor; a mixture of basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, and green onions adds a complex herbaceous note.
  • Garlic butter should be gently cooked to avoid bitterness from burned garlic.
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/crispy-potatoes-with-garlic-butter-and-herbs-recipe/