Authentic Greek Lemon Potatoes (Printable Format)
Crisp-edged lemon potatoes roasted with olive oil, garlic, and oregano for bright Mediterranean flavor.
# What You Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 3.3 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
→ Marinade
02 - 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
03 - 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
04 - 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
05 - 1 cup vegetable broth or chicken broth
06 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional, for color)
→ Finish
10 - Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
11 - Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and allow it to fully preheat.
02 - Arrange the potato wedges evenly in a large roasting pan.
03 - In a mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, broth, oregano, salt, black pepper, and turmeric if using.
04 - Pour the marinade over the potatoes, tossing well to ensure even coating. Position the wedges mostly flat, cut side down.
05 - Roast the potatoes uncovered for 40 minutes.
06 - Remove the pan from the oven, gently turn the potatoes, and spoon pan juices over them.
07 - Return to the oven and continue roasting for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown with crisp edges and fork-tender centers.
08 - For additional crispiness, set the oven to broil for 3 to 5 minutes, observing closely to avoid burning.
09 - Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The tangy marinade seeps into every bite for a flavor punch you wont believe came from your oven.
- Impress your crew: theyll think you snuck away to a taverna in Athens for a cooking lesson.
02 -
- If you crowd the pan, the potatoes will steam instead of crisp this mistake taught me patience and the value of a bigger roasting pan.
- When I first skipped flipping halfway, the bottoms stuck and missed out on all that lovely color dont forget this step.
03 -
- Let the potatoes marinate for 10 minutes in the pan before baking for even deeper flavor.
- A dusting of semolina just before roasting in the oven gives a beautiful, delicate crunch on the edges.