Roast Herb Chilli Orange Butter (Printable version)
Crispy golden potatoes with zesty orange, herb and chilli butter for a vibrant side dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 8 medium Yukon Gold or Maris Piper potatoes
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Herb Chilli and Orange Butter
04 - 3.5 ounces unsalted butter, softened
05 - Zest of 1 large orange
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
08 - 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Wash and dry the potatoes. Place each potato between two wooden spoons or chopsticks. Slice thinly, making parallel cuts about 1/16 inch apart, stopping before cutting through, so the base remains intact.
03 - Arrange the potatoes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush all over with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
04 - In a bowl, mix the softened butter with orange zest, parsley, thyme, chilli, garlic, smoked paprika, and sea salt until well combined.
05 - Carefully push the herb chilli and orange butter between the potato slices, reserving some for basting.
06 - Roast the potatoes for 40 minutes, then baste again with the remaining butter. Continue roasting for another 20 minutes, or until golden, crispy, and tender inside.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs and a sprinkle of orange zest if desired.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- The contrast between impossibly crispy edges and creamy centers will make these disappear from the platter first
- Orange and chilli add a bright warmth that transforms humble potatoes into something celebratory
02 -
- The wooden spoon trick is absolute magic for preventing accidental slices straight through your potatoes
- Fanning the potatoes slightly after the first 20 minutes helps the butter penetrate deeper
03 -
- Room temperature butter spreads much more easily between those tight potato slices
- Mixing the butter ahead of time lets the flavors meld together beautifully