Description
These Easy Crispy English Roasted Potatoes are a classic British side dish with a perfectly golden, crunchy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. Simple yet impressive, they’re perfect for holiday feasts or everyday dinners!
Ingredients
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- 5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tbsp Kosher salt
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp sea salt or fleur de sel
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
Instructions
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Preheat Oven & Prep Pan:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Place a half-sheet rack inside a half-sheet pan and set aside.
- Line a deep half-sheet baking pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil and set aside.
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Prepare the Potatoes:
- Wash, scrub, and peel the potatoes, then cut them into 2-inch chunks.
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Boil the Potatoes:
- Add kosher salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil.
- Add the potato chunks and return to a boil, cooking for 8 minutes.
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Drain & Dry:
- Drain potatoes in a mesh colander, shaking gently to rough up the edges.
- Transfer potatoes to the prepared rack and allow them to dry for at least 15 minutes.
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Heat the Oil:
- Pour vegetable oil into the foil-lined baking pan, tilting to coat evenly.
- Place in the oven for 5-7 minutes until the oil is smoking hot.
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Roast the Potatoes:
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
- Carefully add the potatoes to the hot oil, stirring to coat all sides.
- Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour, turning every 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
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Finish & Serve:
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with sea salt.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined pan to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Roughing up the potatoes after boiling creates more surface area for crisping.
- Letting the potatoes dry before roasting ensures maximum crunch.
- For extra crispiness, use duck fat or beef dripping instead of vegetable oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg