Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the Oven and Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C Fan). Peel the potatoes (or leave the skins on if you prefer) and chop them into evenly sized 4-5cm chunks.
- Parboil for Fluffy Centres: Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just tender when poked with a knife.
- Drain and Fluff: Drain the potatoes well in a colander. Let them sit and steam dry for 2-3 minutes. This step is vital for crispiness. Then, give the colander a firm shake to rough up the surfaces and edges. Those fluffy bits will become wonderfully crisp.
- First Roast for Crispiness: Tip the fluffed potatoes onto a large, sturdy baking tray. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat. Spread them out in a single layer, ensuring they have some space. Roast for 20 minutes until they start to turn a light golden colour.
- Whisk the Glaze: While the potatoes are having their first roast, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the runny honey, Dijon mustard, wholegrain mustard, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Coat with the Glaze: After 20 minutes, carefully remove the hot tray from the oven. Pour the honey mustard glaze over the partially cooked potatoes. Add the chopped rosemary. Using a spatula or two large spoons, gently toss everything together until each potato is evenly coated. I find that this gentle approach stops the parboiled potatoes from breaking apart.
- Final Roast to Caramelise: Return the tray to the oven and roast for a further 20-25 minutes. Turn them once halfway through the cooking time. They are ready when the glaze is sticky and caramelised, and the potatoes are deep golden brown and crisp at the edges. Keep a close eye on them during the last 5 minutes, as the honey can go from caramelised to burnt quite quickly.
- Rest and Serve: Let the potatoes rest on the tray for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the glaze to set slightly, making them extra sticky and delicious.
Notes
Perfect alongside roasted chicken or pork. Watch closely during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking as the honey glaze can go from caramelized to burnt quickly.
