Roasted Fries Garlic Herbs (Printable)
Oven-roasted fries tossed with garlic and herbs for a crisp, flavorful side dish.
# What You Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
→ Oil & Seasoning
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp sea salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garlic & Herbs
05 - 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
08 - 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
→ Optional
09 - ¼ tsp smoked paprika
10 - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut the potatoes into ¼-inch thick strips. Pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
03 - In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika if using, and half of the fresh herbs until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don't overlap for optimal crisping.
05 - Roast for 25 minutes until the edges begin to brown.
06 - Remove from oven, flip the fries carefully with a spatula, and sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the surface.
07 - Return to oven and roast for another 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy at the edges.
08 - Remove from oven, toss immediately with remaining fresh herbs, and sprinkle with Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- These fries achieve restaurant quality crispiness without deep frying or special equipment
- The garlic herb coating transforms humble potatoes into something crave worthy and impressive
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- Thoroughly drying cut potatoes before roasting is the single most important step for achieving crispy fries
- Adding garlic midway through prevents that acrid burnt taste while still delivering roasted garlic flavor
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- A hot oven is non negotiable for achieving restaurant style crispiness at home
- Letting the fries rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes after serving helps them firm up slightly