Description
This recipe for Sea Salt Mixed Chopped Potatoes delivers perfectly roasted, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside potatoes, seasoned with fragrant fresh rosemary, thyme, and a touch of black pepper. Using simple ingredients and an easy roasting method, these herb-infused potatoes are a delicious side dish ideal for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium potatoes
Seasoning & Herbs
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Clean Potatoes: Wash the potatoes thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt and impurities.
- Dry Potatoes: Pat the potatoes dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure crispiness when roasted.
- Chop Potatoes: Cut each potato into small, evenly sized cubes about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter for uniform cooking.
- Mix Potatoes and Oil: Place the chopped potatoes in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat all pieces evenly.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle in the sea salt and black pepper, then mix thoroughly to distribute the seasoning.
- Prepare Herbs: Roughly chop the fresh rosemary and thyme leaves, discarding any tough stems to avoid bitterness.
- Combine Herbs with Potatoes: Add the chopped herbs to the potato mixture and stir well to infuse flavor evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Ensure Even Spread: Make sure the potatoes are evenly spaced to allow proper air circulation and even roasting.
- Roast Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Turn Midway: After 15 minutes of roasting, use a spatula or tongs to turn the potatoes to ensure all sides cook evenly.
- Finish Roasting: Continue roasting until the potatoes develop a crispy exterior and tender interior.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes to settle.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the potatoes at their crispiest with the fragrant herb seasoning.
Notes
- Cut potatoes into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
- Turning potatoes halfway ensures even browning.
- Adjust seasoning to taste if desired.
- Fresh herbs provide the best flavor, but dried can be substituted in smaller amounts.
