Crispy Garlic Baby Potatoes | Easy Oven-Roasted Potatoes | Perfect Side Dish Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh basil

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper adds heat at a lower cost.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

Wash potatoes well.

Add to salted boiling water.

Cook for 10–12 minutes until just soft.

Drain completely.

Place potatoes on a tray.

Gently press each one with a spoon or glass.

Do not flatten fully — just crack them.

Mix together olive oil, butter, garlic, paprika, turmeric, herbs, salt, and pepper.

Pour over potatoes and coat evenly.

Bake at 220°C for 30–35 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

Sprinkle fresh parsley or chives and add a pinch of flaky salt.

Optional: a squeeze of lemon for freshness.

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