Is there anything more comforting than a plate of perfectly cooked potatoes, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside? This recipe for oven-fried potatoes delivers that classic, irresistible taste without the hassle and mess of traditional pan-frying. It's a beloved side dish in many households for a reason—it's simple, satisfying, and pairs well with almost anything. By parboiling the potatoes first and then roasting them in a hot, oiled skillet, we achieve that perfect "fried" texture. It's the ideal way to indulge in a little comfort food, any day of the week.
Oven-fried potatoes — for when you want to treat yourself
Ingredients for Fried Potatoes
- 1 kg of potatoes
- 50 ml of refined sunflower oil (or another high-smoke-point neutral oil like canola or vegetable oil)
- salt, fresh herbs for serving
How to Make Oven-Fried Potatoes
You can use any type of potato for frying—new, old, mealy, or starchy varieties all work well. It’s best to choose large tubers, as they are easier to slice.
So, peel the potatoes and immediately place them in a bowl of cold water to prevent them from browning.
Peeling the potatoes
Slice the potatoes into uniform pieces. There are many gadgets for slicing, one of which is a vegetable grater with interchangeable attachments – it’s fast, convenient, and all the slices come out perfectly even.
Slicing the potatoes into uniform pieces
Place the sliced potatoes back into a bowl of clean, cold water to wash off the starch. Rinse them several times, then drain in a colander.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sliced potatoes to the boiling water. Do not add salt!
Cook for a few minutes, depending on the thickness of the slices. Then, drain the parboiled potatoes in a colander and let the water run off completely.
Rinsing the potatoes several times and draining them in a colander
Adding the sliced potatoes to boiling water
Boiling the potatoes for a few minutes, then draining them in a colander
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Pour refined sunflower oil into a skillet. Place the skillet with the oil in the preheated oven for a few minutes to heat the oil as well.
Heating the skillet with oil in the oven
Carefully transfer the parboiled potatoes into the skillet with the hot oil. Be cautious to avoid splatters of hot oil burning your hands and face.
Carefully transferring the parboiled potatoes into the skillet
Cook the potatoes in the oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring once to ensure they brown evenly on all sides. Then, remove the skillet from the oven and salt the dish to your taste.
Cooking the fried potatoes in the oven for 15-20 minutes
This side dish is served hot. Potatoes absorb flavors and aromas very well and pair nicely with onions, mushrooms, finely chopped dill, and caraway seeds.
The oven-fried potatoes are ready
And there you have it—a pan of golden, crispy potatoes, fresh from the oven! This method is a fantastic way to enjoy the comforting taste of fried potatoes in a slightly healthier, and much cleaner, way. Serve them hot, straight from the skillet, seasoned simply with salt or garnished with fresh herbs like dill or parsley. They make a wonderful side for roasted chicken, steak, or a hearty salad. We hope this simple yet delicious recipe becomes a new favorite in your home. Enjoy every crispy bite!
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