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Crispy Greek Lemon Potatoes

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A perfect oven-baked side dish featuring crispy potatoes roasted with lemon, garlic, and herbs, delivering a vibrant Mediterranean flavor and irresistible texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml)
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for boiling water
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup vegetable or chicken broth (120 ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cut potatoes into wedges about 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) long, keeping them uniform for even cooking.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato wedges and boil for 8-10 minutes until just tender but not falling apart.
  4. Drain potatoes using a slotted spoon and let them sit briefly to dry.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Toss the parboiled potatoes gently in the lemon-olive oil mixture until fully coated.
  7. Transfer potatoes to your roasting pan in a single layer. Pour the vegetable or chicken broth evenly over the potatoes.
  8. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning the potatoes every 10-15 minutes to brown all sides evenly until deep golden and crispy.
  9. Once roasted, remove from oven and let potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Parboiling the potatoes before roasting is essential for a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. Dry potatoes well after boiling to avoid steaming. Turn potatoes every 10-15 minutes during roasting for even browning. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) in the last 10 minutes if more crispiness is desired. Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain crisp texture; reheat in oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes instead.

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