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Classic Greek Lemon Potatoes

Classic Greek Lemon Potatoes for Crispy, Zesty Comfort

Classic Greek Lemon Potatoes offer a zesty and comforting side dish that balances lemon and olive oil with roasted potatoes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium Potatoes (Russets or Yukon Golds) or red potatoes for a firmer bite
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice or white wine vinegar
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh for best results
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika sweet or smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling your starchy potatoes, like Russets or Yukon Golds, and cutting them into 1.5-inch wedges. Rinse the wedges under cold water to remove excess starch and pat them dry.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a large roasting pan, whisk together the chicken broth, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  4. Add the potato wedges to the sauce mixture in the roasting pan, tossing them gently to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated.
  5. Spread the potato wedges out in a single layer in the pan and roast them in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, stirring every 20-30 minutes.
  6. After 90 minutes, check the tenderness and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) if needed, roasting for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Once perfectly roasted, remove the Classic Greek Lemon Potatoes from the oven and let them rest for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure your potato wedges are even-sized for uniform cooking. Stir the potatoes while roasting for even browning. Store leftovers appropriately to maintain freshness.

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