Garlic & Soy Roasted Potatoes with Scallions
These easy and tasty Asian garlic roasted potatoes are kicked up a notch with the addition of soy and sesame. Our best oven roasted potatoes with bold punchy flavor.
Yield
8 servingsPrep
15 minCook
45 minReady
60 minRoasted potatoes with garlic, soy, and scallions offer a simple yet satisfying culinary adventure, transforming a basic side dish into a flavorful masterpiece.
Combining crispy roasted potatoes with the savory and aromatic notes of garlic and soy creates a balanced ping-pong of taste sensations that are hard to resist.
Garlic, a culinary staple, enriches the potatoes with its robust flavor. Its distinct aroma and subtle sweetness enhance the potatoes' natural earthiness, creating a delightful symphony of flavors.
The soy sauce adds a savory umami note that beautifully complements the garlic, while its touch of saltiness enhances the overall taste profile.
The addition of scallions to this dish adds a bright, fresh note that cuts through the richness of the potatoes and soy.
The mild onion flavor of the scallions provides a delightful contrast to the other ingredients, and their vibrant green color adds a bit of color to the dish, making it visually appealing and delicious.
Roasting potatoes brings out their natural sweetness and creates a crispy exterior that contrasts with the tender interior.
This combination of textures makes each bite a satisfying experience, as the crunch of the roasted potatoes gives way to the creamy interior.
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | pounds |
red skinned potatoes
or white, small size |
|
| 1 ½ | tablespoons |
peanut oil
or other vegetable oil |
|
| ½ | tablespoon |
sesame oil
|
|
| 1 ½ | tablespoons |
soy sauce, tamari
or to taste |
|
| ½ | teaspoon |
black pepper
freshly ground, or to taste |
|
| 4 | cloves |
garlic
minced |
|
| ½ | cup |
scallions, spring or green onions
sliced |
|
| ¼ | cup |
cilantro
freshly chopped |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 907.2 | g |
red skinned potatoes
or white, small size |
|
| 23 | ml |
peanut oil
or other vegetable oil |
|
| 7.5 | ml |
sesame oil
|
|
| 23 | ml |
soy sauce, tamari
or to taste |
|
| 2.5 | ml |
black pepper
freshly ground, or to taste |
|
| 4 | cloves |
garlic
minced |
|
| 118 | ml |
scallions, spring or green onions
sliced |
|
| 59 | ml |
cilantro
freshly chopped |
|
Directions
Preheat the oven to 425℉ (220℃) F.
Half or quarter the potatoes and add to a large bowl with the vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic. Toss until the potatoes are well and evenly coated.
How to make roasted potatoes
Transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet and spread out evenly into a single layer.
Oven roast the potatoes for about 45 minutes or until browned and edges are crisp. Turn twice during baking for even browning and maximum flavor.
Remove from the oven and transfer to the same bowl.
Toss with the scallions and cilantro. Season with more soy sauce if needed.
Serve warm or cold.
Delicious oven roasted potatoes and onions seasoned to perfection.
