Roasted Fries with Garlic (Printable)

Golden oven-baked fries tossed in garlic and herbs for a crispy, savory side or snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Potatoes

01 - 2 pounds russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into fries

→ Seasoning & Oil

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)

→ Garlic & Herbs

06 - 3 large garlic cloves, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded for even cooking.
04 - Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fries turn golden and crisp.
05 - Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the fries during the last 5 minutes of roasting and return to the oven.
06 - Remove fries from the oven and immediately toss with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
07 - Serve the fries hot as a side dish or snack.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Crispy outside, tender inside, ready in under 45 minutes with minimal effort.
  • Garlic becomes sweet and mellow when roasted with potatoes, so even garlic-hesitant people ask for seconds.
  • Works as a weeknight side, a snack, or the star of a lazy dinner with good company.
02 -
  • Moisture is the enemy of crispy fries—pat your potatoes completely dry after cutting and before tossing with oil, or soak them in cold water for 30 minutes, drain, and dry thoroughly to remove surface starch.
  • Don't skip flipping halfway; it's the difference between uneven cooking and golden-brown perfection on both sides.
  • Garlic added too early burns and turns bitter, so those final 5 minutes of roasting are non-negotiable for sweet, mellow flavor.
03 -
  • Cut your potatoes as uniformly as possible so they cook evenly; uneven pieces will have some burnt and others undercooked.
  • Don't stir or move the fries for the first 15 minutes—let them develop a golden crust undisturbed before flipping.
  • Garlic powder can replace fresh minced garlic if you're in a pinch, though the flavor will be sharper and less sweet than roasted whole cloves.

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