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Lemon and Herb Roast Potatoes

Recipe

Crispy Lemon Herb Roasted Potatoes make a sensational side with your family roast.

Serves: 6 people   |   Prep time: 15 minutes   |   Cooking time: 60 minutes

British   |   Side   |   Gluten Free   |   Dairy Free   |   Vegetarian   |   Vegan

  

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Maris Piper/Red Potatoes, peeled and chopped into chunks
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 large Lemon
  • 100ml Olive Oil
  • 2 tsp Dried Mixed Herbs
  • Sea Salt and Black Pepper
  • Sprigs Fresh Rosemary
  • Large Roasting Dish

  

Method

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C/Gas Mark 6.
  2. Put the potatoes and into a large pan along with the unpeeled garlic, cover with cold water, season with some salt and bring to the boil.
  3. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, then drain, discard the garlic and dry them over a low light, shaking to rough up the sides of the potatoes.
  4. Transfer to a large roasting dish.
  5. Grate the rind from the lemon then juice.
  6. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice and the dried herbs in a jug, then season with some black pepper.
  7. Pour over the potatoes, adding some sprigs of rosemary.
  8. Roast in the oven for 50 minutes, turning the potatoes a few times during cooking.
  9. Serve immediately, sprinkled with the lemon rind and some sea salt.