Crispy Lemon Greek Potatoes Recipe – Authentic Flavor Delight
Crispy Lemon Greek Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines a golden, crispy exterior with a soft, fluffy interior, infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Resting Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal
baking sheet
mixing bowl
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- 2.5–3 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
- ½ cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice (120ml)
- ½ cup Good Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil (120ml)
- 4–6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth (120ml)
- Fresh Parsley or Oregano for garnish (optional)
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Peel if desired, but I recommend leaving the skin on for extra texture. Cut the potatoes into consistent 1-1.5 inch wedges or 1-inch chunks.
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30-60 minutes. Drain the potatoes and pat them extremely dry with clean towels.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), placing the oven rack in the middle position.
In a very large bowl, 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 each piece is evenly coated.
Spread the marinated potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Ensure there’s space between each piece.
Roast the potatoes for an initial 20-25 minutes without disturbing them.
Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Flip the potato pieces over and pour the broth around the potatoes in the pan.
Return the pan to the oven and continue roasting for another 25-35 minutes. Flip the potatoes every 10-15 minutes.
The total roasting time should be approximately 50-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and golden-brown.
Once done, remove from the oven and let the Greek Potatoes rest for about 5-10 minutes. Garnish before serving.
Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1g
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