These Crispy Roast Potatoes are shatteringly crunchy on the outside and cloud-soft on the inside — the ultimate side dish for any meal.
Roasted at high heat with olive oil and garlic, they deliver that irresistible golden crunch that keeps people coming back for seconds (and thirds).

This is a most-searched comfort food classic, perfected with chef techniques for guaranteed results.

⭐ Why These Crispy Roast Potatoes Go Viral

• Ultra-crispy exterior with fluffy centers

• Simple ingredients, restaurant-level results

• Perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or weeknights

• Naturally vegan and endlessly customizable

⏱️ Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 45–55 minutes

• Total Time: ~1 hour

• Servings: 4–6

🛒 Ingredients

• 2½ lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes

• 2 tbsp salt (for boiling water)

• ½ cup olive oil (or duck fat for extra richness)

• 1 tsp kosher salt (to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🔪 Prep Notes (Chef’s Technique)

• Yukon Golds = buttery interiors

• Russets = maximum crispiness

• Roughing up the potatoes after boiling is essential for crunchy edges

• Preheating the pan ensures instant sizzle

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven & Pan

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place a large metal roasting pan with olive oil into the oven to heat.

2. Boil the Potatoes

Peel (optional) and cut potatoes into large chunks.
Boil in heavily salted water for 10–12 minutes, until just fork-tender.

Drain well.

3. Rough Them Up

Return potatoes to the pot.
Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until edges look fluffy and rough — this creates crisp texture.

4. Season & Roast

Carefully remove hot pan from oven.
Add potatoes, turning to coat in oil.

Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, herbs, and paprika.

Roast 25 minutes, then flip.

5. Final Crisp

Return to oven and roast another 20–30 minutes, flipping once more, until deeply golden and crunchy.

6. Finish & Serve

Remove from oven.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and flaky salt.

Serve immediately for maximum crisp.

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

• Roast chicken, steak, or lamb

• Gravy, garlic aioli, or sour cream

• Breakfast with eggs and bacon

🔥 Pro-Tip for Next-Level Results

Add ½ teaspoon baking soda to the boiling water. It breaks down the potato surface starch, creating extra-craggy edgesthat crisp like a dream — a restaurant secret used by chefs worldwide.