Description

Crispy Leaf Potatoes are a stunningly simple yet elegant side dish featuring thinly sliced potatoes arranged upright and baked to golden, crispy perfection. This recipe uses Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, coated in butter or duck fat with fresh herbs for a flavorful, crunchy bite that’s sure to impress at any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

9 lbs. (4kg) potatoes, peeled (Yukon Gold or Russet)

Fat & Seasoning

12 oz. (350g) unsalted butter, melted (or 11 oz. (311g) duck fat)
3 teaspoons Maldon sea salt flakes (or preferred sea salt)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 teaspoons chopped rosemary (or oregano)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (207°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes.
Slice and Dry Potatoes: Using a mandoline slicer, thinly slice the peeled potatoes lengthwise to achieve uniformity. Pat the slices dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which ensures crispiness.
Season the Potatoes: Place the potato slices in a large bowl. Toss them with melted butter or duck fat, 2 teaspoons of sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and approximately 2 teaspoons of chopped rosemary, ensuring all slices are evenly coated.
Arrange in the Baking Tray: Carefully stand the potato slices upright in an 8×11 inch (20×28 cm) baking tray, lining them up from left to right. Avoid packing them too tightly to maintain airflow for crisping.
Bake Until Crispy: Place the tray in the oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the potatoes turn golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Garnish and Serve: Once baked, sprinkle the remaining salt and chopped rosemary or oregano over the potatoes. Serve immediately to enjoy their crisp texture at its peak.

Notes

Using a mandoline slicer ensures even thin slices, which is key for consistent crispiness.
Patting potatoes dry before coating helps eliminate moisture that can prevent crisping.
Duck fat can be used instead of butter for a richer flavor.
Do not overcrowd the baking tray, as this can cause the potatoes to steam instead of crisp.
Serve immediately after baking to enjoy maximum crispiness.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: crispy potatoes, leaf potatoes, baked potatoes, side dish, rosemary potatoes, Yukon Gold, russet potatoes