Soft and flavorless new potatoes? Here's the trick to making them crispy in 30 minutes!
Looking for the perfect side dish to turn your dinner around in minutes? Crispy baked new potatoes are exactly what you're looking for, an unbeatable all-rounder that always gets everyone at the table happy.
- 1 kg new potatoes with the skin
- Extra virgin olive oil (EVO)
- Fine salt
- Black pepper
- 1 clove of garlic
- Rosemary 2 sprigs
- Start by thoroughly washing the new potatoes under running water to remove any remaining dirt. Then, pat them dry with a clean cloth. Transfer the thoroughly dried potatoes to a large bowl and season with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
- At this point, add the fresh rosemary needles and garlic clove to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the dressing evenly coats each potato. Finally, arrange the new potatoes in a large baking dish, preferably in a single layer.
- Finish by adding whole rosemary sprigs to the baking dish, which will release an exceptional aroma during cooking. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 30 minutes, shaking the pan lightly halfway through to evenly brown the potatoes. Remove from the oven when your new potatoes have developed a super crispy crust on the outside and are tender on the inside.
The uniqueness of this recipe lies in its incredible convenience. You don't even have to peel them: the thin skin of new potatoes becomes irresistible during cooking and captures all the authentic flavor of this rustic dish.
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Baking new potatoes in their skins takes just 5 minutes. The real secret to perfect potatoes, without blanching them first, is the initial seasoning with extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs, made directly in a bowl.
This step ensures even browning and a sensational texture: a golden crust on the outside enclosing an incredibly soft, plump, and not at all dry center.
Unlike traditional diced baked potatoes, whole new potatoes retain the perfect amount of moisture, giving you a unique contrast of textures with every bite.
Want to try other delicious and equally crunchy variations? Try our crispy potato millefeuille or our original crispy baked mashed potatoes, two perfect options to impress your guests.
Naturally, this side dish pairs beautifully with traditional Italian main courses. It's the perfect accompaniment to a timeless rosemary-scented chicken and potatoes, or to accompany roasts and grilled meats.
If you're short on time and prefer to skip the oven without sacrificing flavor, remember you can always count on our pan-fried boiled potatoes, a super quick and flavorful option.
Ready to prepare the most popular side dish of all time? Preheat the oven to 200°C, grab your favorite baking dish, and follow our simple, step-by-step instructions to bring a truly delicious dish to the table!
Doses & Ingredients
- Very low difficulty
- Low cost
- Extra virgin olive oil (EVO) to taste
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Tea towel / Bowl / Knife and cutting board / Spoon / Baking dish / Colander.
