A lower-calorie way to make Roast Potatoes
Roast Potatoes — with roughed edges, rosemary and measured rapeseed oil
Floury potatoes are parboiled, steam-dried and roasted on a hot tray until shatteringly crisp, about 285 kcal per serving.
Prepare wet and firm components separately, drive away excess moisture and combine only once each element has the right texture. The finished roast potatoes has clear browned surfaces, a moist centre and no greasy or watery layer.
What changes—and what stays
From roasted in goose fat or abundant oil often 420–550 kcal to 285 calories
Steam-dry thoroughly and use 24 grams of oil across two hot trays. Rough potato edges, rosemary, garlic and a deeply browned crust create roast flavour.
| Part | Conventional | Lighter | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core method | More added fat or a heavier proportion | Steam-dry thoroughly and use 24 grams of oil across two hot trays | Rough potato edges, rosemary, garlic and a deeply browned crust create roast flavour. |
How the flavor stays
Rough potato edges, rosemary, garlic and a deeply browned crust create roast flavour.
A cost rule that survives inflation
Potatoes are a low-cost side for eight and need no animal fat.
Ingredients for 8
Measure first; timing is part of how this recipe uses less fat.
- 2.2 kgfloury potatoes
- 24 grapeseed oil
- 25 grosemary
- 20 ggarlic
- 6 gblack pepper
- 25 mlmalt vinegar
Method
Each step includes heat, a visible cue, and a recovery.
Step 1 · follow the visible cue
Parboil equal potato pieces
Cut potatoes evenly and boil until the outside softens while the centre stays firm.
Look for: Edges yield to a fork but pieces lift whole.
Step 2 · follow the visible cue
Drain and steam completely dry
Leave in the hot colander until no steam remains, then shake to roughen the edges.
Look for: Surfaces are floury, dry and covered in soft ridges.
Step 3 · follow the visible cue
Coat lightly on hot trays
Warm two trays, divide measured oil and turn every potato in a thin film.
Look for: Pieces sit apart and no oil pools beneath them.
Step 4 · follow the visible cue
Roast dark and turn once
Roast hard, turn after the first crust forms and finish with rosemary and garlic.
Look for: All faces are deep gold and centres fluffy.
Calories at the same serving size
150 kcal · 34% lower estimated
The estimate uses the listed ingredients divided into 8 servings. Brand labels, trimming, and the amount left in the pan can change the result.
Keep the leftovers in the same spirit
Cool Roast Potatoes within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
Cool Roast Potatoes within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
Frequently asked questions
Can Roast Potatoes be prepared a day ahead?
Yes. Cool quickly and keep crisp, fresh or delicate components separate until serving. Cool Roast Potatoes within two hours and refrigerate sealed for up to three days. Reheat only the amount required.
What does the calorie figure for Roast Potatoes include?
It covers one of the stated servings from the listed quantities only; extra sides and sauces are not included. Steam-dry thoroughly and use 24 grams of oil across two hot trays.
- floury potatoes2.2 kg
- rapeseed oil24 g
- rosemary25 g
- garlic20 g
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Published and last reviewed: August 25, 2026
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