Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Greek Potatoes are infused with lemon and herbs, making them the perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5–3 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Good Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4–6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup (120ml) Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- Fresh Parsley or Oregano, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes. You can peel them if you prefer. Cut them into consistent 1-1.5 inch wedges or 1-inch chunks.
- Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30-60 minutes to draw out excess starch. After soaking, drain them thoroughly and pat them extremely dry with clean towels; this is crucial for getting them crispy.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with an oven rack in the middle position.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the thoroughly dried potato pieces and toss to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the marinade.
- Spread the marinated potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet or roasting pan. Make sure not to overcrowd them; use two sheets if needed.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes without disturbing them.
- Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Using a spatula, flip the potato pieces. Pour the broth directly into the baking pan around the potatoes. Return it to the oven.
- Continue roasting for another 25-35 minutes, flipping the potatoes every 10-15 minutes to promote even browning and crispiness. Make sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and reincorporate them.
- Let the Greek Potatoes rest in the pan for about 5-10 minutes, uncovered. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or oregano before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For extra crispiness, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10-15 minutes, or use the broiler for 1-3 minutes (watch closely to prevent burning).
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Greek Potatoes, Side Dish, Roasted Potatoes, Vegetarian Recipe