Perfectly golden, ultra-crispy roast potatoes seasoned with fragrant rosemary and roasted garlic — the ultimate comfort food side!
Few dishes are as universally adored as roast potatoes. And when you elevate them with a touch of fresh rosemary and roasted garlic, you get a side dish that steals the spotlight. These Crispy Roast Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic are everything roasted potatoes should be — crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with flavor.
Whether you’re serving them with a roast chicken, grilled steak, or enjoying them solo with a dipping sauce, these potatoes are the kind of side dish that will have everyone reaching for seconds (and thirds).
???? Ingredients
Serves 4–6
- 2 ½ lbs baby or Yukon Gold potatoes, halved or quartered
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 ½ teaspoons dried)
- 5 cloves garlic, smashed (leave the skins on)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon butter (for extra richness)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish
???????? Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Parboil the Potatoes (Optional but Recommended)
Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain and let them steam dry for a few minutes — this helps them crisp up in the oven.
3. Season the Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, pepper, and the smashed garlic cloves. Make sure the potatoes are evenly coated.
4. Roast
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, cut-side down. Roast for 35–45 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
5. Finish with Butter (Optional)
For an extra touch of flavor, toss the hot potatoes with a tablespoon of butter just before serving.
6. Serve
Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and serve hot. These pair well with everything from roast meats to veggie mains.
???? Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~210
- Fat: ~10g
- Carbohydrates: ~28g
- Protein: ~3g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Sugar: ~1g
Based on 6 servings without optional butter.
???? Tips & Tricks
- Parboiling helps rough up the edges of the potatoes, creating a crunchier finish.
- For even more crispiness, let the potatoes dry thoroughly before roasting.
- Use duck fat or ghee instead of olive oil for an ultra-rich flavor twist.
- Add grated Parmesan during the last 10 minutes of roasting for a cheesy crust.
- Smash the garlic cloves but leave the skins on — they’ll roast beautifully and infuse flavor without burning.
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