Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thick wedges
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1.5 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp semolina (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Whisk. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) with the rack in the center position. In your large bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, stock, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until the mixture looks slightly creamy and combined.
  2. Arrange and Submerge. Place your wedges in the 9x13 inch pan. Pour the liquid over them. They should be roughly halfway submerged; this ensures the bottoms braise while the tops stay ready for browning.
  3. The Steam Phase. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil. Roast for 20 minutes until the potatoes are just starting to soften. Note: This prevents the exterior from toughening before the inside is done.
  4. The Reveal. Remove the foil and discard. The kitchen should smell incredible now. Continue roasting for 50-55 minutes.
  5. The First Toss. At the 20 minute mark of the uncovered phase, gently turn the potatoes with tongs. You’ll see the liquid has started to reduce.
  6. The Second Toss. At the 40 minute mark, toss again. The liquid should be almost gone now, leaving behind a fragrant, garlicky oil.
  7. The Sizzle Phase. Watch closely in the final 10-15 minutes. Once the liquid has evaporated, the potatoes will begin to sizzle in the oil.
  8. The Final Crisp. Roast until a mahogany crust forms on the edges and the undersides are golden and crackling.
  9. Rest and Serve. Let the pan sit for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the potatoes to release from the pan naturally as the steam settles. For a complete Mediterranean feast, these potatoes are the natural partner for my [Chicken Gyros recipe](https://myrecipecritic.com/recipes/authentic-chicken-gyros-marinade/). The cool tzatziki and the hot, lemon drenched potatoes are a match made in heaven. The Queens Homemade Chicken Salad Recipe Fit for Royalty — Whip up the best homemade chicken salad recipe This creamy classic version wi...Scallops Pasta: Quick Lemon-Garlic White Wine Butter Sauce Recipe — Scallops Pasta is easier than you think! Learn how to get the perfect pan-sea...Italian Dessert Zabaione: Master the Classic Custard — Learn how to make italian dessert zabaione at home with this classic zabaglio... $img_2$