Prepare to transform your ordinary potato side dish into a culinary masterpiece that will have your dinner guests begging for seconds! These Cock's Comb Roast Potatoes are not just a recipe, they're a crispy, herb-infused journey of flavor that elevates any meal from mundane to extraordinary. With a golden-brown exterior that crackles with each bite and a tender, fluffy interior, these roasted potatoes are about to become the star of your dining table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, cut into wedges
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the middle of the oven for even cooking.
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them completely dry with clean kitchen towels to ensure crispy edges.
- Cut the potatoes into uniform wedges approximately 2-3 inches long, ensuring each piece is roughly the same size for consistent roasting.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk the ingredients together to create a fragrant herb oil.
- Add potato wedges to the herb oil and toss carefully, making sure each potato piece is evenly coated with the seasoned oil.
- Transfer the seasoned potato wedges to a large, heavy-bottomed roasting pan, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding to allow proper crisping.
- Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for 40-45 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Check the potatoes at the 35-minute mark. They should be golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired, as a perfect accompaniment to roast meats or as a standalone side dish.
Tips
- Drying is Key: Ensure your potato wedges are completely dry before roasting. Excess moisture prevents that coveted crispy exterior.
- Don't Overcrowd: Give your potato wedges breathing room in the roasting pan. Crowding leads to steaming instead of roasting.
- Oil and Herb Balance: Massage the herb-infused oil thoroughly into each potato wedge for maximum flavor penetration.
- Oven Position Matters: Use the middle rack for even heat distribution and consistent browning.
- Turning Technique: Flip the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure all sides get that perfect golden crispness.
- Fresh Herb Finish: A sprinkle of fresh herbs just before serving can elevate the dish's aroma and visual appeal.Pro tip: For extra crispiness, you can par-boil the potato wedges for 5 minutes before roasting, then rough up the edges slightly before coating with herb oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
