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Crispy English Roasted Potatoes

Crispy English Roasted Potatoes

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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

Units Scale
  • 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

  • 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.
  • Prepare the Potatoes:

    • Wash, scrub, and peel the potatoes, then cut them into 2-inch chunks.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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