Description
Follow this simple method to make golden brown, crispy breakfast potatoes using the oven. This recipe focuses on technique to achieve maximum crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Place the diced potatoes in a large bowl and cover them completely with cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This removes excess starch, which helps them crisp up.
- Drain the potatoes completely and then spread them out on a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels. Pat them very dry. Moisture prevents crisping.
- In the bowl, toss the dry potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and carefully flip the potatoes using a spatula.
- Return to the oven and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are deep golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Toss with fresh rosemary, if using, before serving immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a baking sheet that has been preheated in the oven for 5 minutes before adding the potatoes.
- If you prefer a skillet method, use medium-high heat and cook in batches, ensuring the potatoes have space to brown, not steam.
- Russet potatoes work best for crisping due to their high starch content.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0