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    Perfect Roasted Potatoes With Thyme

    Published: May 1, 2022 by Radwa ·

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    For me, the perfect roasted potatoes are that crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside with a beautiful golden color for a yummy roast dinner!

    This is the best side dish for any meal, effortless, ready in just 35 minutes, and I guarantee the crispness you will love!

    Perfectly roasted potatoes with thyme and garlic on a baking sheet.

    Today, is the perfect time for roasted potatoes. Potatoes are my family's favorite side dish ever; I like to make them into Pizza Fries, Baked Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Herb Roasted Potatoes, and even sometimes I use leftovers to make Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes and many more.

    It really makes a quick and easy snack out of nothing.

    Jump to:
    • Perfect Roasted Potatoes
    • Choose The Right Potatoes
    • Why We Love This Recipe
    • What's in The Recipe?
    • Substitutions & Variations
    • How To Make Roasted Potatoes With Thyme And Garlic?
    • Top Tips!
    • How To Make Crispy Roasted Potatoes
    • Serving Suggestion
    • Easy Potato Recipes
    • Perfect Roasted Potatoes With Thyme
    • Comments

    Perfect Roasted Potatoes

    Let's talk about the taste and texture of this dish: This dish is enhanced by thyme, but why thyme? I like it because it has a sharp, earthy and minty flavour, which absolutely makes each serving mouthwatering.

    The texture is divine with its crisp exterior, while the inside of the roasted potatoes remains delicate and tender to taste.

    This dish is absolutely bursting with flavours and has the perfect texture.

    Choose The Right Potatoes

    The first step to making the best-ever roasted potatoes is to choose the right potato variety.

    From all my previous tries, I reached that the best potatoes for roasting are Yukon Golds, Russets, or Red potatoes; they all roasted up very well and give a fluffy interior and a lovely golden color. I also like to cut them into large chunks.

    Why We Love This Recipe

    • It is only a 5-ingredient recipe! A very short list to find in the grocery market indeed, and this can only mean one thing; a very low-cost recipe to make at home!
    • Crispy, delicate, yummy, savory; there are many ways you can describe what this dish tastes like and none of them would disappoint you.
    • It is a perfect side dish any day, and anytime you want to prepare it at home!
    • Perfectly seasoned, and rich with an excellent set of herbs!
    • It is a vegan-friendly dish!
    a plate full of roast potatoes with garlic and thyme.

    What's in The Recipe?

    • Potatoes. The main ingredient for this recipe is potatoes. I used Yukon gold potatoes, you may also use red potatoes if you like.
    • Garlic. Adding garlic to your roasted potatoes makes a huge difference in the flavor.
    • Parsley. By adding parsley, you will be able to brighten the flavors in this recipe.
    • Thyme and Salt. There is no better way to season this recipe other than using thyme. With It, your roasted potato will already have an amazing flavor.
    • Olive Oil. I used extra virgin olive oil, you can use any oil you have on hand.

    “See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

    Substitutions & Variations

    • Before putting it in the oven, consider topping this dish with parmesan cheese. It creates a cheesy and a more savory flavor for the recipe!
    • Consider adding to the recipe some crushed red pepper for a mildly hot and spicy flavor!
    • Replace thyme with Italian seasoning; it already has the warm flavor of
      ground herbs such as basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, or coriander, depending on the brand you will be using.

    How To Make Roasted Potatoes With Thyme And Garlic?

    mix potatoes, garlic, parsley, salt, thyme and oil, and spread on a baking sheet.

    Before starting, preheat oven to 218C / 425F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

    One: In a mixing bowl, mix potatoes, garlic, chopped parsley, salt, thyme and oil, toss to coat evenly.

    Two: Spread the potatoes out evenly on the baking sheet.

    Three: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until crisp and golden. Serve and enjoy!

    Top Tips!

    • Yukon gold potato is an excellent choice for this recipe as it gets perfectly crisp in the oven; plus once cooked, Yukon gold produces a slightly creamy but so delicate interior. You can also find this type of potato almost anywhere!
    • Rather than slicing the potatoes into tiny pieces, larger potato chunks will better emphasize the contrast between the soft centers and crispy outsides of the potatoes.

    How To Make Crispy Roasted Potatoes

    Here are my 2 tips for making crispy potatoes:

    • You have to make sure that the potatoes you are using have been patted dry with tissue paper to remove any possibility of moisture.
    • Let your oven preheat thoroughly as well before placing the dish inside.
    Perfect Roasted Potatoes in a serving plate.

    Serving Suggestion

    One of the best things I like about this recipe is that I can serve it as a stand-alone dish. It is already delicious and satiating as it is. However, you can also pair it with so many other delightful dishes such as

    Boom Boom Shrimp, Baked Cod With Parmesan or Garlic Butter Herb Chicken Breast and other meaty dishes can go well with a serving or two of this Perfect Roast Potatoes.

    You can even pair it with all pasta recipes you know. If you are aiming for more vegan-friendly partners for this dish, you may serve it with Roasted Cauliflower! The list can go on and on, proof that this recipe is a versatile one indeed.

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    crispy roast potatoes with garlic and thyme
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    5 from 7 votes

    Perfect Roasted Potatoes With Thyme

    The perfect roasted potatoes are that crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside with a beautiful golden color for a yummy roast dinner!
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Diet Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 189kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Garlic press
    • Mixing bowl
    • Kitchen knife
    • Chopping board

    Ingredients

    • 800 g Yukon gold potatoes , peeled and chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic , crushed
    • ¼ cup fresh parsley , finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon thyme
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup olive oil

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 218C / 425F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
    • In a mixing bowl, mix potatoes, garlic, chopped parsley, salt, thyme and oil, toss to coat evenly.
      800 g Yukon gold potatoes, 3 cloves garlic, ¼ cup fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup olive oil
    • Spread the potatoes out evenly on the baking sheet. 
    • Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until crisp and golden.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Best potatoes to use: The best potatoes that I recommend for roasting are Yukon Golds, Russets, or Red potatoes; they all roasted up very well and gave a fluffy interior and a lovely golden color. I also like to cut them into large chunks.
    Tip for cutting the potatoes: Rather than slicing the potatoes into tiny pieces, larger potato chunks will better emphasize the contrast between the soft centers and crispy outsides of the potatoes.
    For a crispy potatoes: You have to make sure that the potatoes you are using have been patted dry with tissue paper to remove any possibility of moisture. Let your oven preheat thoroughly as well before placing the dish inside.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 583mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 229IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Kate says

      May 01, 2022 at 5:44 pm

      5 stars
      What kind of cooking oil did you use?

      Reply
      • Radwa says

        May 01, 2022 at 5:45 pm

        I used vegetable oil; you can also use sunflower oil or olive oil.

        Reply
    2. Olivia says

      May 01, 2022 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      I served this dish with some green salad, and it was a fantastic light dinner.

      Reply
    3. Mary says

      May 01, 2022 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      Can't wait to try this recipe. Looks delicious!

      Reply
    4. Maxine says

      May 01, 2022 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      I don't have thyme, so I used basil instead. I also added some chilli powder.

      Reply
      • TG says

        October 20, 2023 at 12:45 am

        5 stars
        I also used Italian seasoning instead, and it turned out so good.

        Reply
        • Radwa says

          November 10, 2023 at 3:59 pm

          Good choice!

          Reply
    5. Gabriela says

      May 01, 2022 at 4:43 pm

      5 stars
      Easy side dish, I like it.

      Reply
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