Are you ready to transform ordinary potatoes into a mouth-watering side dish that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds? Our Roast New Potatoes with Red Onion recipe is the ultimate game-changer in home cooking, combining simplicity with irresistible flavor. Imagine golden, crispy potatoes with caramelized red onions that are so delectable, they'll elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary in just 40 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 500g new potatoes
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F), ensuring the rack is positioned in the middle of the oven for even cooking.
- Wash the new potatoes thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- If the new potatoes are large, cut them into roughly bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking. If they are small, you can leave them whole.
- Place the prepared potatoes and red onion wedges into a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes and onions, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- If using fresh rosemary, strip the leaves from the stem and roughly chop them. Sprinkle the rosemary over the potatoes and onions.
- Toss the ingredients together, ensuring the potatoes and onions are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Transfer the mixture to a large roasting tray, spreading the potatoes and onions in a single layer to ensure they roast evenly and become crispy.
- Place the roasting tray in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 30 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- The potatoes are done when they are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. The onions should be caramelized and slightly charred.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the potatoes to crisp up further.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish, garnished with additional fresh rosemary if desired.
Tips
- Choose the right potatoes: Fresh, small new potatoes work best for this recipe, ensuring a creamy interior and crispy exterior.
- Dry thoroughly: After washing, make sure potatoes are completely dry before roasting. Excess moisture prevents crispy browning.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: Use a large roasting tray and spread potatoes in a single layer to allow proper air circulation and even roasting.
- Turn potatoes midway: Rotating the potatoes halfway through cooking ensures uniform golden-brown color and crisp texture.
- Fresh rosemary is optional but recommended: It adds an aromatic depth that transforms the dish from good to gourmet.
- Let them rest: Allowing the potatoes to sit for 2-3 minutes after roasting helps them develop an extra crispy exterior.Pro tip: For ultimate crispiness, you can par-boil the potatoes for 5 minutes before roasting to create an extra crunchy exterior!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 130kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
