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Greek Potatoes

Crispy Greek Potatoes: A Zesty Twist for Your Table

Enjoy this amazing recipe for Greek Potatoes, full of lemon, garlic, and oregano flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes Small red potatoes can be a unique flavor twist.
Flavoring
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Always opt for fresh.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be an excellent substitute.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder works in a pinch at 1/4 tsp per clove.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can enhance the taste even more!
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt is recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Use white pepper for a milder option.
Moisture
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth Water will suffice if broth is unavailable.
Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley or Oregano Optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by washing and scrubbing your Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes under cool water to remove dirt. Cut them into 1 to 1.5-inch wedges or 1-inch chunks for even cooking. Ensure you have a large bowl ready to transfer the cut potatoes once prepped.
  2. Place the cut potato pieces in cold water and let them soak for 30 to 60 minutes to remove excess starch. After soaking, drain the potatoes and dry them thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel.
  3. While your potatoes soak, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the middle.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended, then add the drained potato pieces.
  5. Spread the seasoned potato wedges on a baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Carefully flip the potatoes using a spatula, then pour vegetable or chicken broth around the potatoes on the baking sheet.
  8. Continue roasting the potatoes for an additional 25 to 35 minutes, flipping them every 10 to 15 minutes.
  9. Once roasted to perfection, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or oregano.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are completely dried after soaking; this step is crucial for achieving a crispy finish.

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