Description
Transform your ordinary potatoes into perfectly crispy roast potatoes with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
- 4 tablespoons olive oil or goose fat
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for serving
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons plain flour
- 5 garlic cloves, unpeeled and smashed
- 5 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place a large roasting pan in the oven to heat up.
- 2. Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters. Cover with cold salted water in a large pot.
- 3. Bring the pot to a boil and cook the potatoes for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges soften.
- 4. Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them steam dry for 2 minutes. Shake gently to rough up the edges.
- 5. Sprinkle flour over the potatoes and shake again to coat.
- 6. Add olive oil or goose fat to the hot roasting pan and let it heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 7. Carefully add the potatoes to the hot oil, tossing to coat them completely. Add the smashed garlic and herb sprigs. Season with salt and pepper.
- 8. Spread the potatoes in a single layer and roast for 30 minutes.
- 9. Remove the pan, toss the potatoes, and roast for another 25 to 35 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 10. Sprinkle with extra salt and fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.