This Garlic Butter Baby Potatoes recipe is a must-try if you love potatoes! It’s effortless to make, packed with flavor and offers a nutritious, healthier alternative to traditional French fries. You’ll love how simple and satisfying it is!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Balkan, French, Mediterranean, Serbian
Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10–12 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and set aside.
Brown the Butter
Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat and add three tablespoons of butter. Let it melt, then cook for 3–4 minutes until it begins to brown, giving it a nutty aroma.
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the browned butter. Sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to overcook the garlic, as it can turn bitter.
Add Herbs and Lemon
Stir 1–2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary and squeeze in the lemon juice. Let the mixture cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring gently, to combine the flavors.
Add the Potatoes
Carefully add the boiled potatoes to the Dutch oven—season with salt and pepper. Stir or toss gently to coat the potatoes in the flavorful butter mixture.
Cook Until Golden
Cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they develop a beautiful golden-brown color, absorb the flavors, and achieve a crispy skin.
To serve, Transfer the garlic butter baby potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with more fresh rosemary or fresh chopped parsley.
Quick tip: No Dutch oven? Use a cast-iron skillet, deep sauté pan, or a wide stockpot.
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Notes
These are the nutrition facts for 1 serving of this recipe. Total servings for this recipe: 4-6 people.
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Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
Storage: Let the potatoes cool completely before storing them. Then, put them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for 3–4 days.Reheating:
On the Stovetop:
Heat a little butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook the potatoes for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot and crispy.
In the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until heated.
In the Microwave:
Place the potatoes in a microwave-safe dish, cover with a lid or damp paper towel, and heat in 30-second bursts until warm.