Patatas asadas al estilo británico

Ingredientes

• 2 pounds (1 kg) potatoes (peeled and cut into large chunks (see note))
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Vegetable oil

Preparación

1. 1

   Add the potatoes to a large pan. Cover with water and bring to a boil. When boiling, add a good pinch of salt.

2. 2

   Gently simmer for 15-20 minutes. They are done when a sharp knife easily inserts into one of the potatoes.

3. 3

   Drain into a colander and shake them around too ‘rough’ up the surface, but not much that they break apart. Transfer them onto a baking cooling rack in an even layer to dry them out, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.

5. 5

   To a high-sided roasting pan, add a thick, even layer of vegetable oil and place the pan in the oven to heat up the oil for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Carefully remove the pan and place the potato chunks in the oil in an even layer with a little space between them. Return the pan back to the oven for 30-40 minutes. Turn the potatoes every 15 minutes so they are evenly brown and crisp all over. Sprinkle with a light amount of salt while still warm.