Description
Ina Garten’s English roasted potatoes deliver crispy perfection with golden edges and tender centers. Russet potatoes tossed in olive oil, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, emerge from high-heat roasting as a crowd-pleasing side dish that complements any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms) large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and 1½ to 2-inch diced
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt or fleur de sel
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- Activate the oven to a scorching 425°F / 220°C, ensuring an ideal roasting environment for the potatoes.
- Fill a spacious pot with water and / kosher salt, bringing the liquid to a rolling boil. Submerge the potatoes, re-establish the boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer for 8 minutes.
- Strain the potatoes and return them to the pot, securing the lid tightly. Vigorously shake for 5 seconds to create textured, rough edges that will crisp beautifully.
- Gently transfer the potatoes onto a baking rack positioned over a sheet pan. Allow them to air-dry for a minimum of 15 minutes, which can extend to several hours at room temperature or up to 6 hours in the refrigerator.
- Distribute oil across another sheet pan, tilting to ensure even coverage. Position the pan in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the oil reaches a smoking-hot temperature.
- Using a large metal spatula, carefully transfer potatoes into the searing oil, lightly tossing to coat. Roast for 45 to 60 minutes, periodically rotating to achieve an exterior that’s golden and crisp, while maintaining a tender, creamy interior.
- Relocate the potatoes to a serving platter, generously sprinkling with 1½ to / to sea salt and freshly chopped parsley. Present immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Rack drying prevents soggy bottoms by letting air circulate completely around each potato piece.
- Moisture elimination is crucial for achieving that perfect crispy exterior during roasting.
- Shaking boiled potatoes creates tiny rough edges that transform into delightful crispy bits when heated.
- Consistent turning guarantees even browning and helps develop a uniform golden crunch across all surfaces.
- Smoking-hot oil triggers an immediate sizzle, sealing the potato’s exterior and creating a magnificent crispy shell.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: English
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (127g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1.7g
- Sodium: 501mg
- Fat: 8.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2.2g
- Protein: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg