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Authentic Greek Potatoes

These Authentic Greek Potatoes bring the perfect blend of crispy, lemony goodness right to your table, making them an ideal and impressive side dish.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5-3 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice (120ml)
  • 1/2 cup Good Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil (120ml)
  • 4-6 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable or Chicken Broth (120ml)
  • Fresh Parsley or Oregano, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and scrub the potatoes. Peel if desired. Cut into consistent 1-1.5 inch wedges or 1-inch chunks.
  2. Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30-60 minutes to draw out excess starch. Drain thoroughly and pat them extremely dry with clean towels.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with an oven rack in the middle position.
  4. In a very large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the thoroughly dried potato pieces and toss vigorously to coat.
  5. Spread the marinated potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet or roasting pan, ensuring no overcrowding.
Roasting
  1. Roast for an initial 20-25 minutes without disturbing them.
  2. Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Flip the potato pieces and pour the broth directly into the baking pan around the potatoes. Return to the oven.
  3. Continue roasting for another 25-35 minutes, flipping the potatoes every 10-15 minutes until golden-brown and crispy.
  4. The total roasting time will be approximately 50-60 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender and crispy.
  5. For ultimate crispiness, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10-15 minutes, or use the broiler for 1-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove the baking sheet(s) from the oven and let the Greek Potatoes rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or oregano.

Notes

These potatoes can be made ahead of time. Store in the fridge for 3–5 days; reheat in an oven to restore crispiness. You can increase garlic for more flavor or swap herbs for variety.