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Buttery Garlic Parsley Potatoes

Published: Jul 24, 2019 · Modified: Nov 3, 2022 by Brooke · This post may contain affiliate links, which can earn us a commission.

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Our buttery garlic parsley potatoes recipe is the new side dish you want to try. It's so fragrant, buttery and lip smacking good you'll want to make this on repeat.

Love potato side dishes? You'll definitely want to check out these recipes for melting potatoes and scalloped potatoes.

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Ingredients

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How to Make

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  1. Carefully remove a strip of peel from the middle of each red potato.  Keep the peels for roasting if desired.
  2. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.  Cover and bring the water to a boil over medium high heat.  When the water starts to boil, add the salt.

They are done when they are fork tender.  Drain in a colander and let them sit so the peels stay on.

person stirring garlic butter and tossing potatoes in it

3. To make the browned butter, melt the butter over medium low heat in a small saucepan.  Swirl the butter and constantly stir to prevent burning.  The butter will turn a golden brown color and will have a nutty aroma when it's done.  Remove from the heat and pour into a small bowl. Continue stirring to help the butter to cool off.

4. In the same saucepan, melt some more butter over medium high heat.  Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about a minute. Pour the browned butter over the boiled potatoes.

person adding salt and pepper to potatoes

5. Sprinkle on the fresh parsley and the sautéed garlic, then sprinkle on some salt and black pepper to taste. Gently toss them with your hands to combine.

6. Place in a serving bowl and enjoy them hot!

Recipe FAQs

What potatoes are best for boiling?

Low starch are best; think red, white, or waxy.  These kinds tend to hold their shape the best when boiled, so they are good for tossing with browned butter or potato salad.

What is the difference between white and red?

  • Red have a firmer texture when cooked and have red skin.  They're great for boiling.
  • White have a creamier texture when cooked and are best for frying and grilling.

Should they be peeled or not peeled before boiling?

This depends on what recipe you are making.  For our buttery garlic parsley potato recipe, I decided to peel one strip around the middle away and leave the rest of the red skin in tact. This way the peeled part can soak up the garlic and butter better.

If you leave the skin on, it will help hold more vitamins and nutrients, so if you're health conscious, you might want to leave some of the skin on.  Red ones have a very thin skin, which is pleasant to eat.

Can you eat ones that have turned brown?

Yes, you can.  They just don't look as pretty.  To prevent them from oxidizing, submerge the peeled potatoes in water if you're not cooking them right away.  You can let them sit in water for up to 24 hours as long as they are refrigerated.

How can you tell when boiled potatoes are done?

The best way to tell is to poke them with the tongs of a fork, a skewer, or a knife.  If the fork is easily inserted, they are cooked all the way through.

How many calories?

A serving of three contain 462 calories.  For the complete nutrition facts, please scroll down to the bottom of the recipe card.

What do you eat with this side dish?

This recipe is one of those side dishes that go with almost any main course, so it's a good recipe to have in your back pocket.

  • Steak
  • Chicken
  • Pork
  • Fish
  • Fried eggs

What do you do with leftovers?

If you don't like leftovers, you can re-purpose this vegetable by:

  • Cutting them in quarters and pan frying them along side a fried egg for breakfast.
  • Covering them with milk and cooking them slowly to make a simple potato soup.
  • Smash them and make casual version of potato salad.

Can you make this ahead of time?

If you are planning on making them ahead of time, you have some options.

  • If you want to make the complete recipe, do it a couple of hours before serving and reheat in the microwave.
  • If you want to start the night before, boil, cool, cover and refrigerate, then finish with the garlic browned butter the next day.

Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes, if you have leftovers and want to freeze them, go right ahead.  Make sure they have cooled to room temperature and are stored in an air tight container or freezer zip top bag.  They can keep for up to 6 months; just label the container and put the date on it.  Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the microwave or pan fry them with a bit of butter.

Variations

  • Don't want to use fresh parsley?  Try chives, fresh dill, or fresh oregano.
  • Can't use butter?  Try duck fat or ghee.
  • Want a variation?  Try adding 1 tablespoon of lemon peel or 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to dish at the end.

Pro Tips

  • Don't overcook.  Test  every 5 minutes when boiling.
  • Cover with cold water, then bring the pot to a boil.
  • Potatoes can oxidize when peeled, so cover them in water and place in the fridge until ready to cook.
  • Always add salt to the water, but wait until the water is boiling so the salt doesn't pit the pot.

Recommended Tools

  • Emeril Lagasse Dutch Oven: we love using this heavy-bottomed pot for boiling vegetables.
  • Emeril Lagasse 1-Quart Saucepan: this mini pot is the perfect size for browning butter.
  • Cusinart 15-Piece Knife Set: this versatile set of knives has served us well for years!
  • OXO Wooden Turner: this sturdy wooden spoon is great for stirring food quickly and easily.
  • Stainless Steel Colander: draining vegetables or pasta is a breeze in this large colander.

Searching for more delicious potato sides?  Your family will love these ones!

  • Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
  • Irish Mashed Potatoes (Colcannon)
  • Loaded Potato Skins
  • Southern Green Beans and Potatoes with Bacon

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Recipe

bowl of buttery garlic parsley potatoes

Buttery Garlic Parsley Potatoes

Buttery garlic parsley potatoes is an easy stovetop recipe to make for your family's next dinner.  Baby red potatoes are boiled and coated in garlicky browned butter and fresh chopped parsley.  Make this simple comfort food ahead of time, and enjoy it this crowd pleasing side at dinner tonight.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 514kcal
Author: Brooke & Emma

Ingredients
 

  • 12 baby red potatoes
  • 2 ½ tablespoons salted butter, reserve ½ tablespoon for the garlic
  • 2 tablespoon fresh flatleaf parsley, chopped
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Scrub the potatoes, then carefully remove a wide band of skin from the middle of each potato with a paring knife.  Keep the peelings to roast later.  (Drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with seasonings of your choice, then roast on a foil-lined pan for 10 minutes at 400 F.)
  • Place the potatoes in a large Dutch oven and cover with cold water.  Bring to a boil, add one teaspoon of kosher salt, stir to dissolve, then reduce the heat and continue cooking until they are fork tender, about 11 to 15 minutes.  Drain and place in a large bowl.
  • While they are cooking, mince two large cloves of garlic and chop up the fresh parsley.
  • Place 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and set over medium heat.  Once it begins to bubble, swirl the pan and stir constantly to prevent burning.  Turn the heat down to medium low and continue to cook until it's golden brown and has a nutty aroma.  Pour the butter into a small bowl and continue stirring for a minute to help cool it down.
  • Using the same saucepan, saute the minced garlic in 1 ½ teaspoons of melted butter over medium high heat until fragrant, stirring constantly.  Add the garlic to the browned butter.
  • Drizzle the browned butter and garlic on top, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper.  Gently toss until each potato is well coated.  Serve warm.

Notes

  • Test the spuds every 5 minutes when boiling this way they don't overcook.
  • First, cover the spuds with cold water, then bring to a boil.
  • To prevent oxidization, cover them in water.
  • Don't want a pitted pot?  Wait until the water is boiling to add the salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 514kcal (26%)Carbohydrates: 102g (34%)Protein: 12g (24%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mg (6%)Sodium: 173mg (8%)Potassium: 2927mg (84%)Fiber: 11g (46%)Sugar: 8g (9%)Vitamin A: 438IU (9%)Vitamin C: 58mg (70%)Calcium: 72mg (7%)Iron: 5mg (28%)

Serving sizes and nutritional information are only an estimate and may vary from your results.

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  1. Alex

    July 24, 2019 at 8:08 pm

    5 stars
    These potatoes are very garlicky! They smelled very good, and I enjoyed eating them.

    Reply
    • Emma

      July 24, 2019 at 8:12 pm

      Thanks, Alex! I loved eating these parsley potatoes too.

      Reply
  2. Beth

    June 25, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    The potatoes 🥔 are really soft, and the garlic and parsley really pop. The skin left on is great.😊

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    • Emma

      June 25, 2019 at 7:30 pm

      Thanks, Beth! I love these parsley potatoes too.

      Reply

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