Truffle Oil & Sea Salt Roast Potatoes Recipe

Introduction

These truffle oil and sea salt roast potatoes elevate a classic side dish with a luxurious aroma and perfect crunch. Crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, they make a wonderful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• 1.5kg Maris Piper potatoes, cut into even-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp fine semolina (optional, but adds extra crunch)
• 5 tbsp goose fat or vegetable oil
• 2-3 tsp truffle oil
• Pinch of sea salt flakes
• 2-3 tbsp finely chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Put the potatoes in a large pan of cold salted water and bring to the boil. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until just tender on the outside. Drain them and leave to steam-dry for 5 minutes.
2. Step 2: Shake the colander to rough up the edges of the potatoes. If using semolina, sprinkle it over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/gas mark 7. Pour the goose fat or vegetable oil into a roasting tin and place it in the oven to heat for at least 10 minutes.
4. Step 4: Carefully tip the potatoes into the hot fat and gently turn them to coat thoroughly. Roast for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
5. Step 5: Remove from the oven, drizzle over the truffle oil, and season with sea salt flakes. Stir through the chopped parsley just before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, toss the potatoes with garlic cloves or rosemary before roasting.
• Using goose fat will give richer taste, but vegetable oil works well for a vegetarian option.
• Fine semolina is optional but helps create a crunchier crust on the potatoes.
• Adjust the amount of truffle oil to suit your taste; start with less and add more if desired.

Storage

Store any leftover roast potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in a hot oven or air fryer to help restore the crisp texture. Avoid microwaving as it can make the potatoes soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of potatoes for this recipe?

Maris Piper potatoes are ideal due to their fluffy texture when cooked, but you can substitute with Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes if Maris Piper is unavailable.

How do I make these potatoes vegan?

Simply use vegetable oil instead of goose fat to keep the recipe vegan-friendly without sacrificing crispiness.

Truffle Oil & Sea Salt Roast Potatoes Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful roast potatoes enhanced with aromatic truffle oil and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes. These golden Maris Piper potatoes are parboiled, roughened for extra crunch, and roasted in goose fat or vegetable oil, then finished with fresh parsley for a deliciously elegant side dish.

• Author: Lila
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4 to 6 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Roasting
• Cuisine: British

Ingredients

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Potatoes

• 1.5kg Maris Piper potatoes, cut into even-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp fine semolina (optional, but adds extra crunch)
• 5 tbsp goose fat or vegetable oil

Finishing & Garnish

• 2–3 tsp truffle oil
• pinch of sea salt flakes
• 2–3 tbsp finely chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Parboil the potatoes: Place the cut potatoes into a large pan of cold salted water and bring to a boil. Simmer gently for 8-10 minutes until they are just tender on the outside but still firm inside.
2. Drain and steam-dry: Drain the potatoes and leave them to steam-dry in the colander for 5 minutes. Then shake the colander vigorously to roughen up the edges of the potatoes, which helps create a crispy crust when roasted.
3. Coat with semolina (optional): If using, sprinkle the fine semolina over the roughened potatoes and toss gently to coat evenly.
4. Preheat the roasting fat: Heat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/Gas mark 7. Place the goose fat or vegetable oil in a roasting tin and put it in the oven for at least 10 minutes to get very hot.
5. Roast the potatoes: Carefully tip the potatoes into the hot fat in the roasting tin, turning gently to coat them fully. Roast for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through to ensure even golden crispiness.
6. Finish and serve: Once roasted to golden perfection, drizzle the truffle oil over the potatoes and season with a pinch of sea salt flakes. Toss with the chopped parsley to add freshness and serve immediately.

Notes

• Using goose fat adds a richer flavor, but vegetable oil is a suitable vegetarian alternative.
• Roughening the potatoes after parboiling improves crispiness during roasting.
• Fine semolina is optional but gives an extra crunchy texture to the potato surface.
• Adjust the amount of truffle oil to taste, as it is quite potent.
• For best results, use Maris Piper potatoes or other floury varieties ideal for roasting.

Keywords: roast potatoes, truffle oil, crispy potatoes, side dish, British recipe, Maris Piper potatoes, goose fat, vegetarian option