Roasted potatoes 🥔🔥 are a simple, crispy, and delicious side dish you can make in the oven or air fryer. Here’s an easy method:
Ingredients
- 4–5 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work well)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Wash and cut the potatoes into cubes or wedges. You can peel them or leave the skin on.
- Soak (optional but recommended): Put the cut potatoes in cold water for 15–20 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps them get crispier.
- Dry them well with a towel.
- Season: Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any spices you like.
- Spread on a baking tray in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Extra Tips for Crispy Potatoes
- Use high heat and a large tray.
- Add a little cornstarch (½ tsp) before roasting for extra crunch.
- Finish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon.
Optional Flavor Ideas
- Garlic butter roasted potatoes 🧄🧈
- Parmesan roasted potatoes 🧀
- Spicy roasted potatoes with chili powder and cumin 🌶️
If you want, I can also show you:
- Air fryer roasted potatoes (super crispy)
- Pakistani-style spicy roasted potatoes
- Restaurant-style crispy roasted potatoes.
