Description
Crispy roasted baby potatoes with rosemary and garlic bring Mediterranean comfort to dinner tables. Herbal aromas and golden-brown edges promise a simple yet irresistible side dish that sparks culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ pounds (680 grams) baby potatoes (halved if large)
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 ½ teaspoons (7.5 milliliters) fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) black pepper
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) paprika (optional, for extra color & depth)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) red pepper flakes (optional, for a slight kick)
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) grated Parmesan (optional, for a cheesy touch)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh parsley, chopped (for brightness)
Instructions
- Prepare your culinary workspace by warming the oven to a toasty 425F (220C), ensuring a perfectly heated environment for roasting. Create a welcoming surface on a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light oil coating.
- Transform ordinary baby potatoes into a flavor-packed delicacy by massaging them with a luxurious blend of olive oil, minced garlic, fragrant rosemary, sharp salt, cracked black pepper, smoky paprika, and fiery red pepper flakes in a spacious mixing bowl. Carefully arrange the seasoned potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, positioning them cut-side down to maximize their crispy potential.
- Slide the baking sheet into the heated oven and allow the potatoes to roast for approximately 25-30 minutes. Midway through cooking, gently flip the potatoes to ensure even browning and consistent crispness. For an extra layer of golden-brown deliciousness, activate the broiler for a brief 2-3 minute finale, keeping a watchful eye to prevent burning.
- As the final touch, generously shower the roasted potatoes with delicate Parmesan shavings and freshly chopped parsley. These aromatic, crispy morsels are now ready to elevate any main course, making a perfect accompaniment to succulent steak, tender chicken, or delicate fish.
Notes
- Select small, uniform baby potatoes to ensure even cooking and consistent crispy texture.
- Pat potatoes completely dry before seasoning to help achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Use fresh rosemary for more intense flavor compared to dried herbs, finely chopping to distribute evenly.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes, making the dish adaptable for different heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg