Roast potatoes

Remember that golden crisp aroma of roast potatoes just out of the oven? The fluffy, tender insides contrasting with the crispy, perfectly golden exteriors? If you dont, you should give it a try. If you do, you should make it again.

The roast potatoes add flavor to any meal and complement any meat, fish, or vegetable dish. Its ease of making makes it a perfect addition to your midweek dinner to spoil your family with.

Potatoes, potatoes

Yes, any potato is a potato, but when it comes to roasting, you may consider the variety you are using.

Maris Piper is an all-rounder potato variety and holds the middle ground with roasting potatoes.

King Edward produces fluffier roasties, great for sopping up gravy.

Desiree is a firm potato that roasts well and holds shape, perfect for crispy exteriors.

Tips for roasting potatoes

Few tips to always get the perfect roast potatoes:

Buy potatoes of similar size to get even roasting.

Skin the potatoes thinly to achieve a crisp exterior.

Parboil the potatoes. This helps the insides fluff and the outsides crisp.

Add flour to the potatoes to give them a crispier texture.

Roast the potatoes in hot oil or fat for a crisp texture.

Season the potatoes generously with salt and pepper.

Roast the potatoes in a hot oven for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Let the potatoes cool slightly before serving.

Variations

Once you learn the basics, you can start twisting the ingredients around to achieve different tastes.

Add herbs and spices. Rosemary, thyme, and garlic are all great additions to roast potatoes.

Parmesan sprinkled on top of the potatoes provides an umami-rich nutty and salty touch.

Add vegetables. Roast potatoes with carrots, parsnips, or onions for a more colorful and flavorful dish.

Drizzle with oil. Olive oil helps to crisp up the potatoes and adding some infused oil, like chili oil, can add a bit of heat.

Change the fat. You can use goose fat, duck fat, or lard instead of oil for a richer flavor.

Try different cuts. You can roast potatoes in wedges, cubes, or even mashed.

Roasting potatoes is a versatile and delicious way to prepare potatoes. You dont need to limit yourself to the basic ingredients. Feel free to tweak the recipe to your liking and create your perfect roast potatoes!