FAQs
The best fats and oils for roast potatoes are:
- Goose fat.
- Vegetable oil.
- Sesame oil.
- Beef dripping.
- Olive oil.
- Coconut oil.
- Butter.
Why don't my roast potatoes go crispy? ›
Parboiling the potatoes is a good start, but if they're not getting crispy during roasting your temperature isn't high enough or there's too much moisture.
How does Gordon Ramsay make perfect roast potatoes? ›
In a video online, Gordon explained: “For crispy roast potatoes, you can depend on them, my tip is to parboil them, leave them to steam dry, then sprinkle them with semolina or flour, and then give them a good roughing up.”
What is the best fat for roast potatoes? ›
Goose fat is ideal for roast potatoes as it has a high smoke point, so the potatoes can be cooked at high temperature to make sure that the outsides are golden and crisp. Goose fat also gives the potatoes a good flavour. Goose fat is often sold in jars or cans can be bought in larger supermarkets and on-line.
Is it better to use oil or butter for potatoes? ›
It's simple: Pan-fry with cooking oil(s), not butter. As much as we love butter, it burns too quickly over high heat, which is necessary for optimal crispiness. While olive oil does taste great with potatoes, it also has a lower smoking point.
Can you put too much oil in roast potatoes? ›
Roasted potatoes can become soggy if the water content in the potato isn't fully cooked. Different potatoes have different water content percentages. Also, be mindful of the oil. Potatoes can react like sponges; too much oil can make your potatoes appear to be soggy.
Why do you soak potatoes in water before roasting? ›
Soaking potatoes in water helps remove excess starch. Excess starch can inhibit the potatoes from cooking evenly as well as creating a gummy or sticky texture on the outside of your potatoes. Cold water is used because hot water would react with the starch activating it, making it harder to separate from the potatoes.
What oil does Gordon Ramsay use for roast potatoes? ›
For Gordon's roast potato recipe you'll need: 1.2kg floury potatoes, such as Maris Piper or King Edward. 100g goose or duck fat (or olive oil) 2 tbsp semolina.
Should you boil potatoes first before roasting? ›
Do I have to boil potatoes before roasting? Not necessary but this can help get the perfect consistency and crispiness. Make sure you boil them but leave them a bit al dente and they will crisp up perfectly in the oven.
What can I use instead of goose fat for roast potatoes? ›
Goose fat has a really high burn temperature making it ideal for roasting. You can substitute with duck fat, sunflower oil or vegetable oil. You can also add herbs to the potatoes while you are roasting them.
How do you keep roast potatoes warm and crispy? Don't. Let them cool. Just before you need to serve them (5–10 minutes, depending on how cool they are) put them in a hot oven, That should crisp them up nicely, and warm them too.
What is the best oil for roasting? ›
Best cooking oil for roasting
Extra virgin olive oil and coconut are both good for slow roasts due to their low smoke point and added flavour, whilst vegetable oil and rapeseed oil are neutral, medium smoke point oils that are versatile and can be used in most roasts.
Which oil is best for roasting? ›
Best cooking oil for roasting
Extra virgin olive oil and coconut are both good for slow roasts due to their low smoke point and added flavour, whilst vegetable oil and rapeseed oil are neutral, medium smoke point oils that are versatile and can be used in most roasts.
What is the best oil for baking potatoes? ›
But if you prefer not to cook with butter, you could sub in whatever type of high-heat cooking oil you prefer. (I would recommend avocado oil or regular olive oil, not extra-virgin.) Kosher salt: I recommend using coarse Kosher salt, in order to add a bit of a crunch to the potato skins.
Is it better to roast with olive oil or vegetable oil? ›
Medium-heat cooking: For roasting, both olive oil and vegetable oil will work, though the former will add more flavor. "For baking, most recipes use vegetable oil, so it doesn't [add] flavor," says Chavez. However, some baked goods, such as olive oil cakes, use olive oil specifically for the flavor.
What oil does Jamie Oliver use for roast potatoes? ›
You want to use an oil with a mild flavour for your roasties. We prefer olive oil, but you can opt for vegetable, canola or grapeseed oils instead.