Description
Achieve deeply crispy potatoes via 425°F roasting, then toss them in a bright, savory mojo of lime, garlic, and smoked paprika. This easy side dish delivers maximum flavor contrast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs small Yukon Gold or red potatoes, quartered
- 1/4 cup olive oil (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the quartered potatoes with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of the kosher salt directly on a large baking sheet. Spread the potatoes into a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Step 2: Roast the potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown, tender on the inside, and crispy on the edges.
- Step 3: While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the mojo flavor mixture. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the minced garlic, lime juice, smoked paprika, dried oregano, ground cumin, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt. Whisk until well combined.
- Step 4: Once the potatoes are cooked and have reached the desired crispness, remove them immediately from the oven.
- Step 5: Pour the mojo flavor mixture evenly over the hot potatoes on the baking sheet. Toss vigorously until every potato piece is fully coated in the garlic and spice mixture. Serve immediately while hot, optionally garnishing with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, though the crisp texture will naturally soften.
- To revive the edges, reheat the potatoes on a foil-lined sheet pan in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until warmed through and slightly crisp again.
- These bright, zesty potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken, lamb shoulder, or a simple sheet pan fish dish.
- For maximum crispiness, ensure your baking sheet is large enough that the potatoes are truly in a single layer, as overcrowding will cause them to steam instead of roast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g prepared potatoes)
- Calories: 215
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8.0g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Protein: 1g