Proper Roast Potatoes – English Style
Description:
These Proper Roast Potatoes are simply heavenly, delivering a delightful contrast between a crispy exterior and a soft, floury interior. While goose fat is the ultimate choice for achieving that perfect roast, the cooking method is what truly elevates these potatoes to perfection.
Recipe Information
| Cook Time | Prep Time | Total Time | Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 minutes | 10 minutes | 55 minutes | 1 |
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Potato | 1-2 |
| Beef drippings (or goose fat) | NA |
| Salt | NA |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 164 |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 12.8 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 37.2 g |
| Fiber | 4.7 g |
| Sugar | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 4.3 g |
Instructions
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Preparation of Potatoes:
Begin by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into your preferred size, with quarters being a popular choice for even cooking. Next, place your chosen fat (beef drippings or goose fat) into a heavy roasting pan. Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius and allow the fat to heat in the oven for at least 10 minutes until it is very hot. -
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Parboiling Process:
While the fat is heating, parboil the cut potatoes in a pot of boiling water for about 5 to 7 minutes. You want them soft on the outside but not fully cooked. After parboiling, drain the potatoes well, reserving the potato water if you wish to use it for gravy later. -
Shaking for Texture:
Return the drained potatoes to the empty saucepan, cover with a lid, and shake vigorously. This step is crucial as it helps break up the edges of the potatoes, ensuring a super crunchy exterior when roasted. -
Coating with Hot Fat:
Once the potatoes are shaken, carefully bring the hot roasting pan out of the oven and place it on the stove top to maintain the heat of the fat. Quickly add the potatoes to the roasting pan, ensuring each piece is well-coated in the hot fat. -
Final Seasoning and Roasting:
If desired, sprinkle the potatoes with a bit of salt to enhance their flavor. Return the roasting pan to the oven and cook for approximately 40 minutes, turning the potatoes at least once during this time, until they are golden brown and exceedingly crispy. -
Serving:
Once done, remove from the oven and serve these delicious roast potatoes hot, perfect alongside any main dish or as part of a hearty meal. Enjoy the heavenly taste!
These Proper Roast Potatoes are an essential addition to any feast, embodying the perfect English roast.
