Authentic Greek Potatoes: 5 Steps to Flavorful Joy Recipe
This recipe for Authentic Greek Potatoes delivers tender, golden-brown potato wedges infused with aromatic garlic, zesty lemon, and classic Greek oregano. Baked to perfection with vegetable broth and olive oil, these flavorful potatoes make a perfect side dish for any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Marinade
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredient
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the potatoes evenly and achieve a golden crust.
- Make Marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to create a flavorful marinade that will coat the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Add the peeled and wedged potatoes to the bowl with the marinade and toss thoroughly to ensure all wedges are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Arrange and Add Broth: Place the coated potatoes in a baking dish in a single layer. Pour the vegetable broth around the potatoes to add moisture and infuse additional flavor during baking.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, turning the potatoes occasionally to brown all sides evenly. Bake until the potatoes are tender and have a golden brown crust.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill to enhance the presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Turning the potatoes occasionally during baking helps achieve even browning on all sides.
- Fresh oregano can be used instead of dried oregano for a brighter herb flavor.
- Vegetable broth adds moisture and flavor but can be substituted with chicken broth if preferred.
- These potatoes pair well with grilled meats or a fresh Greek salad for a complete meal.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end but watch closely to prevent burning.
Keywords: Greek potatoes, baked potatoes, lemon garlic potatoes, Mediterranean side dish, oregano potatoes
