Key Takeaways:
- Simple Ingredients: This recipe uses only two ingredients in addition to the potatoes—onion soup mix and vegetable oil—making it quick and fuss-free.
- Budget-Friendly Option: Growing “volunteer” fingerling potatoes at home is cost-effective and tastier compared to store-bought options.
- Healthy & Organic: These fingerling potatoes are organically grown, giving them a superior taste despite their unconventional appearance.
- Versatile Side Dish: Pairs perfectly with dishes like beef brisket or BBQ chicken, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
- Quick Prep, Big Flavor: A SIS (Simple Is Smart) recipe that minimizes prep time while delivering crispy, flavorful potatoes.
- Easy Customization: You can use grapeseed oil or olive oil instead of vegetable oil, depending on your preference.
Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes only have 2 ingredients besides the potatoes. Another SIS (simple is smart) recipe to make your dinner prep. easy.
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Those fingerling potatoes are looking a little gnarly. That is because they are potatoes that grew from “volunteers.” That’s right, last year when I dug my fingerling potatoes, some of the potatoes were missed and left in the ground over the winter. Come spring, they sprouted and grew, yielding a nice crop of organically grown gnarly looking potatoes. The important thing is that they taste better than those pretty fingerling potatoes you buy in the store. They didn’t cost me a dime, unlike the organic $5/pound fingerling potatoes in the store.
I have another recipe for oven-roasted potatoes on this site. However, the seasonings for the potato in that recipe are all fresh chopped herbs with garlic and onions. This involves a lot of chopping and mixing, so I created this SIS recipe for the times you just want a fast, simple, and tasty side dish.
SIS Tip - Simple is Smart
SIS is the key to this delicious dish of Oven Roasted fingerling potatoes. This recipe is so simple because it only has 2 ingredients in addition to the potatoes. A package of onion soup and some vegetable oil to drizzle over them before they are baked.
What are the steps for making oven roasted fingerling potatoes?
- Wash the potatoes well, because you will be eating the skins.
- Drizzle some vegetable oil over them and toss to coat. You can use grapeseed oil or olive oil also.
- Sprinkle a package of onion soup mix over the potatoes and toss again to let the soup mix coat the potatoes.
- Bake at 425-degrees until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and fork-tender on the inside. This usually takes 45 minutes to an hour.
Serve as a side with Beef Brisket or BBQ Chicken.
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FAQ:
Q: What makes this recipe so simple?
A: This recipe uses only two additional ingredients (onion soup mix and vegetable oil) and minimal prep steps, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Q: Can I use other oils instead of vegetable oil?
A: Yes, grapeseed oil or olive oil are great alternatives that work well with this recipe.
Q: How do I ensure the potatoes are crispy on the outside?
A: Coat the potatoes evenly with oil and onion soup mix, and bake them at 425°F for 45 minutes to an hour.
Q: Can I substitute the onion soup mix with something else?
A: Yes, you can experiment with your favorite seasonings or spices, but the onion soup mix adds a savory flavor with no extra effort.
Q: Are fingerling potatoes healthy?
A: Yes, they are nutritious and full of fiber, especially when you leave the skins on.
Q: What can I serve these potatoes with?
A: They make a perfect side dish for meals like beef brisket, BBQ chicken, or even vegetarian mains like roasted vegetables.
Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - Easy
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fingerling or baby potatoes
- 1 package onion soup mix
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Clean and put potatoes in a baking dish (oval or square)
- Drizzle the vegetable oil over the potatoes
- Sprinkle a package of onion soup mix over the potatoes and stir to mix well
- Bake uncovered 425 degrees F for 1 hour or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
