Description
Authentic Greek Potatoes roasted until golden and crispy, infused with fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. Tender on the inside with irresistibly crisp edges, this Mediterranean side dish pairs perfectly with chicken, lamb, fish, or a fresh Greek salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5–3 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into wedges or chunks
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4–6 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano (Greek oregano preferred)
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth (or water)
- Optional: Fresh parsley or fresh oregano for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place rack in the middle position.
- Prep potatoes: Wash, peel (optional), and cut into evenly sized wedges or 1-inch chunks.
- Soak: Place cut potatoes in cold water and soak for 30–60 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Dry thoroughly: Drain and pat completely dry with kitchen towels. This step is essential for crispiness.
- Make marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat potatoes: Add dried potatoes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange on pan: Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Do not overcrowd.
- Roast first round: Bake for 20–25 minutes undisturbed.
- Flip and add broth: Turn potatoes over and pour broth into the pan around them.
- Continue roasting: Bake another 25–35 minutes, flipping every 10–15 minutes, until golden brown and fork tender.
- Optional crisp boost: Increase oven to 425°F for the final 10–15 minutes if extra crispiness is desired.
- Rest and garnish: Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or oregano.
Notes
- Fresh lemon juice is strongly recommended for authentic flavor.
- Do not skip soaking and drying for best crispy results.
- Use two pans if needed to avoid overcrowding.
- For extra browning, use a metal baking sheet rather than glass.
- Leftovers reheat best in a 400°F oven for 10–15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek / Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg