Greek Lemon Garlic Potatoes That Turn Golden and Crunchy
Greek-style roasted potato wedges cooked in lemon, garlic, and herbs until golden and crisp at the edges with a tender interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into wedges
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, broth, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and mustard.
- Coat potato wedges in the mixture and arrange in a roasting pan.
- Roast for 40 minutes, turning once.
- Increase heat to 450°F and roast 20–25 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Soaking potatoes in cold water before cooking can improve texture. Use a wide pan for better browning. Adjust lemon and garlic to taste.