Roasted Fries with Garlic (Printable)
Golden crispy fries baked with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs for a flavorful side.
# What You Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 4 large russet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into 1/2-inch sticks
→ Oil & Seasonings
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
→ Garlic & Herbs
06 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Rinse the potato sticks under cold water to remove excess starch and pat completely dry with a clean towel.
03 - In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space and are not crowded.
05 - Roast the fries for 25 minutes, then carefully flip them using a spatula.
06 - Evenly sprinkle the minced garlic over the fries and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp.
07 - Remove the fries from the oven and immediately toss with fresh parsley and chives.
08 - Serve the roasted fries hot as a delicious side dish.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They get seriously crispy without any deep frying or complicated equipment.
- The garlic toasts perfectly in the oven and coats every fry with flavor.
- You can prep them ahead and just pop them in when youre ready to eat.
02 -
- Drying the potatoes completely is the difference between crispy and soggy, I learned that the hard way.
- Don't add the garlic at the beginning or it will burn and turn bitter before the fries are done.
- Flipping them halfway through is not optional if you want even color and crunch on all sides.
03 -
- Cut your fries as evenly as possible so they all finish at the same time.
- Use a light hand with the oil, too much will make them limp instead of crispy.
- Fresh herbs at the end make all the difference, dried just doesn't hit the same.