Description
These Halloween Skull Roasted Red Potatoes are a fun and spooky twist on classic roasted potatoes, perfect for a festive fall gathering. Mini red creamer potatoes are delicately carved with skull faces, soaked to prevent browning, then tossed in a flavorful blend of lemon juice, olive oil, and spices before roasting to golden perfection in the oven.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Soaking Liquid
- 1 1/2 lbs red mini creamer potatoes or similar mini potatoes
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (divided)
Seasoning Mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Fresh or dried parsley flakes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 385 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash the mini red potatoes thoroughly and set them aside.
- Soak Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of cold water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Using a paring knife, carefully carve skull faces into each mini potato, then immediately place them into the lemon water to prevent browning.
- Mix Seasoning: In another bowl, whisk together the olive oil, the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drain and Toss: Drain the potatoes from the lemon water and toss them in the seasoned oil mixture, ensuring each potato is evenly coated.
- Arrange and Roast: Place the seasoned potatoes face-up on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Once roasted, garnish with fresh or dried parsley flakes, add additional salt if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy your spooky Halloween treat!
Notes
- Carving the skull faces may take some practice; use a sharp paring knife and work carefully for best results.
- Soaking the potatoes in lemon water helps prevent discoloration after carving.
- You can substitute smoked paprika with regular paprika based on preference.
- Be sure to arrange the potatoes face-up to showcase the carved skull designs during roasting.
- These potatoes pair well with dips or as a side dish for Halloween-themed meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
