Description
This recipe for Crispy Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Herbs features petite gold potatoes boiled to perfection, then roasted to a golden crisp. Tossed in rich garlic-infused butter and a medley of fresh herbs, this side dish is flavorful, aromatic, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds petite gold potatoes, halved
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Butter and Herb Mixture
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅔ cup chopped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, green onions)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the potatoes to a crisp finish.
- Boil the potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the halved potatoes, baking soda, and a generous pinch of kosher salt. Boil for 10 to 12 minutes until the potatoes are just fork-tender.
- Drain and roughen the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pot for 1 minute to steam-dry. Transfer to a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Shake the bowl vigorously for a few minutes until the potatoes develop a rough, pasty texture on the surface—this ensures crispiness when roasted.
- Roast the potatoes: Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, then shake and flip them. Continue roasting for another 15 to 20 minutes or until they are deeply golden and crispy. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
- Prepare the garlic butter: While the potatoes roast, melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and allow it to infuse off the heat, ensuring the garlic flavor melds with the butter without burning.
- Chop and combine the herbs: Finely chop your chosen fresh herbs and mix them together in a small bowl.
- Assemble and serve: Remove the roasted potatoes from the oven and transfer them to a large serving plate. Drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the potatoes, sprinkle the fresh herb mixture on top, and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately to enjoy the potatoes at their crispiest.
Notes
- Using baking soda in the boiling water helps break down the potato exterior, enhancing crispiness when roasted.
- Be sure to shake the potatoes after boiling to roughen their surfaces; this texture is key for crisp roasting.
- If desired, experiment with different combinations of fresh herbs based on personal taste.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference before roasting and after adding the garlic butter.
- Serving immediately after tossing with garlic butter ensures the potatoes stay crispy and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: crispy potatoes, garlic butter potatoes, roasted potatoes with herbs, side dish, easy potato recipe, herb potatoes
