Description
Crispy Leaf Potatoes With Oregano Salt are thinly sliced potatoes arranged vertically and baked until golden brown and crispy on the edges, infused with the fragrant flavor of fresh oregano and sea salt. This Mediterranean-inspired side dish offers a delightful texture contrast with tender centers and crunchy edges, perfect alongside roasts or grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled
Seasoning and Oil
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for greasing
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
- Flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or an oven-safe skillet with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Slice the Potatoes: Using a sharp knife or a mandoline, carefully thinly slice the potatoes about 1/8 inch thick. This thin slicing is key to achieving crispiness.
- Arrange Potatoes Vertically: Stack the potato slices vertically in rows inside the baking dish, like fallen dominoes, packing them closely together to create the leaf-like structure.
- Season and Oil: Drizzle olive oil evenly over the arranged potatoes, then sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for balanced seasoning.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy while the centers remain tender.
- Prepare Oregano Salt: While baking, combine the chopped fresh oregano with a pinch of salt to create aromatic oregano salt.
- Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle the top with the prepared oregano salt and flaky sea salt if desired. Serve warm as a stunning side dish.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, insert a few thinly sliced garlic cloves between some potato slices before baking.
- Rosemary or thyme are excellent alternatives to oregano and work well with this recipe.
- This dish pairs beautifully with roasts and grilled meats, elevating any meal.
