Best Proper Roast Potatoes English Style Recipes

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PROPER BRITISH ROAST POTATOES



Proper British Roast Potatoes image

A true British classic handed down from generation to generation, the backbone of Sunday Lunch all over the UK. Can be served with traditional roast meat. It is worth experimenting with the shapes of the potato, e.g. balls, squares, even hedgehogs!

Provided by Jon Perkins

Categories     Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 -1 1/2 lb king edward potato
1 teaspoon salt
100 g lard (or vegetable oil)
2 liters water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F).
  • Place lard or oil in roasting tin and put in middle rack of oven.
  • Boil Kettle.
  • Peel potatoes.
  • Chop into quarters (approx 4 cm cubes).
  • Par Boil potatoes for 10 minutes with salt.
  • Drain potatoes in a colander.
  • Shake potatoes until edges are furry (approx 15 seconds).
  • Remove roasting tin from oven.
  • Carefully place potatoes into hot fat of roasting tin; WARNING, This step is requires caution as fat is at 220°C.
  • Place roasting tin, with potatoes back in the oven and cook for 35-45 minutes depending on the size of your potato pieces.
  • After 20 minutes turn the potatoes so browning occurs on a different side.
  • Potatoes should be crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle.

PERFECT TRADITIONALLY ENGLISH ROAST POTATOES



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These are your standard traditional English roasties. IMO there is an art to making these, at least the perfect golden crispy kind that I grew up with. The trick is to give 'em a good shake in a colander after par-boiling to rough up the edges of the potatoes. Then once roasting; position spaced apart, turning only once or twice and basting in the hot oil every so often. If you don't manage the crispy texture (which you will, if you do the above!), they'll still taste excellent. You can't go wrong. I sometimes like to sprinkle rosemary/paprika/thyme or even a little garlic on top of mine for extra flavour.

Provided by Kellogs

Categories     Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 people, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 -6 large potatoes
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil (or enough to cover bottom of roasting pan)

Steps:

  • Peel and quarter potatoes.
  • Place in a saucepan with water and a pinch of the salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer them for 5-6 mins to slightly soften.
  • Meanwhile preheat your oven to 400°F.
  • When the potatoes have simmered drain them thoroughly in a colander shaking to roughen edges.
  • Let sit for a few mins to dry.
  • Pour just enough vegetable oil into a roasting pan (large enough to allow space around the potatoes) to cover bottom and heat in oven for a few minutes.
  • Gently place potatoes into the hot oil and coat them with it evenly.
  • Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the potatoes.
  • Every so often baste the potatoes in the oil to prevent drying (try not to move potatoes).
  • Turn potatoes once or twice (no more) halfway through (after 20 mins or so) to ensure even cooking.
  • Cook for 30-60 mins until gold and crispy (observe closely once near end).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 817.8, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 3.8, Sodium 3533.2, Carbohydrate 131.1, Fiber 17.1, Sugar 5.8, Protein 15.3

ENGLISH ROASTED POTATOES



English Roasted Potatoes image

These potatoes are one of my favorites. Crispy outer skin, and perfectly creamy baked potato inside. These take some time to cook, but oh so good. The tip to these potatoes is par boiling and a very hot roasting pan to start. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Potatoes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 medium russet potatoes,washed
1/4 c olive oil (butter or other oil will work as well; a butter/olive oil combination is very good too)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
1 head of garlic, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Parboil the potatoes in salted water for about 10 minutes.
  • 2. In a 375 degree F oven, heat a baking pan large enough to hold your potatoes without crowding. Just make sure it is heated well beforehand. This will help keep the potatoes from sticking to the pan.
  • 3. After parboiling, drain the potatoes and let them stand for 5 minutes. Then toss the potatoes with the oil, salt, pepper and garlic.
  • 4. Place the seasoned potatoes, garlic and oil to the hot baking pan. These should sizzle as they hit the pan.
  • 5. Roast the potatoes for about 60-75 minutes or until they are nicely golden brown all over. turn the potatoes every 20 minutes or so. After the first 10 minutes, give the pan a shake to make sure the potatoes are not sticking to it. The roasted garlic may have to be removed before the potatoes are finished as it generally cooks faster.
  • 6. Enjoy!..they are delicious.

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