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The best Greek potatoes (with a video)

10 Nov 17

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Last Updated on 26 Aug 19

They’re full of rich, lemony flavour, they’re soft and creamy on the inside and lightly crispy and caramelized on the outside. I rarely claim a recipe is ‘the best’, but I really can’t imagine better Greek potatoes than these!

I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

The very best Greek potatoes

Potatoes done the Greek way are a mainstay of the average Greek kitchen. If you’ve never tried them, you truly are missing out.

Some of the best Greek dishes are cooked slowly, and these potatoes are no exception.

They take about an hour and a half to cook, but they are EASY. Simply cut potatoes into thick wedges, tip into a baking dish and pour over stock, olive oil, lemon juice and oregano. Bake for 45 minutes, stir well, then bake for another 45 minutes.

I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

Pour garlic, stock, olive oil, lemon juice and oregano over chunky potato wedges and BAKE

I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

An hour and a half later and this is what you get

I think the only other recipe I’ve dared to call ‘the best’ was another potato recipe – cheesy roasted cauliflower mashed potatoes, if you’re interested. They’re a perfect Thanksgiving or Christmas side!

Generally I’m a bit afraid to claim that something is ‘the best’. But these potatoes… wow. I didn’t hesitate.

Crispy Greek potatoes – ingredients

  • potatoes (of course)
  • olive oil (lots of it!)
  • garlic
  • chicken stock/broth
  • lemon juice and zest
  • dried oregano

That’s just 6 main pantry ingredients – plus salt and pepper, of course, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley at the end if you like. 

The (not so) secret ingredients…

So what makes these Greek potatoes so delicious? One secret is a common one used by the Greeks – olive oil, and lots of it.

So don’t be shocked by how much oil is in this recipe. Remember you won’t be eating the whole pan by yourself. But I won’t judge you if you do. And anyway… HEALTHY FATS!

I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

The next little secret is in the stock (broth). Because the potatoes bake in some liquid, they are beautifully soft and creamy inside. But because you don’t completely cover the potatoes with liquid, they still end up quite crispy.

There’s also garlic and lemon juice, and we don’t hold back on these either. Just throw generous amounts of both in. Combined with a bit of salt, all this gives you a gorgeous umami flavour.

I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

What to serve your Greek potatoes with

Besides these Greek potatoes being the tastiest potatoes you’ll ever eat, they go with so many things as a side. I often make them alongside Greek meatballs, Greek salad and Greek yogurt – just because I’m too lazy to make tzatziki!

Greek lemon & oregano chicken with crispy potatoes

Another easy and delicious Greek meal, this time with chicken and potatoes!

BUT the possibilities are endless. Supermarket rotisserie chicken goes really well as does any grilled or baked meat, any of the delicious Greek main meals listed below!

I also find these potatoes can be casual or fancy. They’re easy to prepare on a busy weeknight, but they also make a fantastic side to serve to guests. Go on, get them on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table!

Oh, and rule number one – don’t forget to scrape the pan to get the super dark and crispy caramelized bits. Trust me, it’s criminal to leave those behind!

Greek main meals that go especially well with these Greek potatoes!

  • Greek oven baked fish (your new favourite way to cook fish!)
  • Easy moussaka (see my ultimate guide!)
  • Skinny chicken moussaka
  • Greek stuffed peppers and tomatoes
  • Our favourite baked eggplant with tomato and feta

Or if you’re just enjoying the whole Greek food vibe in this post, you might like to check out my Greek recipes archives!

Scroll down to below the recipe to watch the handy how-to video (at top of post on desk top!)

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4.16 from 80 votes

The best Greek potatoes

These Greek potatoes truly deserve to have the words 'the best' in their title. They're tasty, creamy, and crispy all at the same time, and go with anything. You might find yourself eating the whole pan to yourself. Don't say I didn't warn you!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Greek
Keyword potatoes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 4 as a side
Calories 390kcal
Author Helen

Ingredients (UK/Australia? Click button below for grams & ml)

  • 2 pounds potatoes peeled and chopped into chunky wedges (I used 5 medium potatoes)
  • 6 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon juice of (medium to large)
  • 1 tablespoon oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • parsley for sprinkling at the end (completely optional)
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Grease a large baking dish or tray with olive oil and preheat the oven to 400F / 200C.
  • Pour the potato wedges into the dish/tray in an even layer.
  • Combine the garlic, stock, olive oil, lemon, oregano and salt and pepper. Stir well, then pour over the potatoes.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Then stir well, turning all the potatoes and spooning over the liquid. Bake again for another 45 minutes or until the potatoes are well browned.
  • Scatter with parsley (if using) and serve with some of the delicious juices. Don’t forget the burnt crispy bits on the bottom of the pan. Mmmm!

Notes

These potatoes go with almost anything as a delicious side. Serve with Greek meatballs (or regular meatballs), roast meat, fish, or a vegetarian option like baked eggplant.
chicken/vegeetable broth (US) = chicken/vegetable stock (UK)

Nutrition

Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 713mg | Potassium: 1031mg | Fiber: 7g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 43.6mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 8.3mg
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I rarely claim anything to be 'the best' but these really are THE BEST GREEK POTATOES!

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Comments

  1. Sue R says

    25 Nov 19 at 3:58 pm

    I’m making a Greek feast for Christmas. I’m in Australia too so it’ll be perfect for the hot weather so adding this on to my long list. About to check out more of your Greek recipes now since I only just found your blog. Thanks! I’ll subscribe too 🙂

    Reply
    • Helen says

      26 Nov 19 at 12:39 pm

      Hi Sue! I’m so glad you’re going to try these potatoes. I’m pretty sure they’ll go down well! I have a whole section for Greek recipes on the blog as you’ve probably already spotted, but may I suggest you try the Greek chicken and potatoes and the moussaka as a priority? The moussaka in particular can feed a small crowd if you have other dishes on the table too, and it’s OK to serve it when it’s cooled down a bit (the Greeks sometimes even serve it at room temperature!). Thanks so much for popping by and I really hope you find lots of recipes you like here! Let me know if you need any help with anything!

      Reply
      • Sue R says

        26 Nov 19 at 12:59 pm

        Yes I’ve starting Pinning from the Greek section. Thanks for the suggestions. I’ll give them a try soon for sure. We spent 5 weeks in the Greek Islands for our honeymoon decades ago so I know what you mean about how they often have the food not piping hot. Wonderful it all was too 🙂

        Reply
        • Helen says

          26 Nov 19 at 7:49 pm

          Oh, lovely – it goes without saying that that’s a perfect choice for a honeymoon!

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