Description
Crispy oven-baked potatoes & onions elevate comfort food with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Golden-brown edges and caramelized onion sweetness promise a delightful side dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 medium onions
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C), creating an optimal environment for achieving crispy, golden-brown potatoes and caramelized onions.
- Slice potatoes and onions into uniform, thin pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potato and onion slices, ensuring each piece is lightly coated for maximum crispness and flavor absorption.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and optional herbs like rosemary, paprika, or garlic powder to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Distribute the seasoned potato and onion slices in a single, uncrowded layer on the prepared baking sheet, allowing each piece space to crisp properly.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning the potatoes midway to promote even browning and crunchiness.
- Remove from the oven when potatoes display a golden-brown exterior and onions appear caramelized and slightly translucent.
- Let the potatoes and onions rest for a few minutes before serving to allow them to set and maintain their crispy texture.
Notes
- Opt for starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the crispiest results and best texture.
- Soak potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking to remove excess starch, creating extra crunchiness.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easier cleanup.
- For a dairy-free or vegan version, use vegetable oil instead of olive oil and skip any dairy-based seasonings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg