Glazed Rosemary & Garlic Potatoes


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We have a very dear friend who has helped me invigorate my kitchen with a very steady supply of Rosemary. He owns two big bushes, & all I have to do is call him to get a bagful of fresh Rosemary. Who can resist cooking with fresh herbs as aromatic as Rosemary?

The dried & fresh leaves of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L) are used to compliment a variety of dishes in the culinary world, whether it be salads, savory, grilled food or desserts. Rosemary is a perennial herb with a very fragrant needle like leaf, native to the Mediterranean Region. The name rosemary is derived from the Latin name rosmarinus, which is from “dew” (ros) and “sea” (marinus), or “dew of the sea” — probably because it is frequently found growing near the sea.

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Rosemary as  a herb works wonderfully with grilled or roasted food as the flavors of the leaves intensify when burned. The sprigs are also used to make flavored oils. Other than culinary uses, Rosemary have been used for its medicinal properties in various parts of the world. The flavor of rosemary is at its peak when the leaves are harvested when the  plant is in bloom. The new stems contain the leaves that are the most aromatic. More information on Rosemary in general…

Here are some ways to store Rosemary: (From Facts & Lore about Rosemary Plant)

  1. Store rosemary in a plastic bag in the fridge. This will help it stay fresh longer.
  2. Freeze rosemary. If you definitely won’t be using rosemary for some time, freezing it is the best way to retain most of the flavor.
  3. Dry the rosemary. Hang the rosemary sprigs upside-down in a warm, dry, dark place. Once dry, store the rosemary sprigs in an airtight container.

I use fresh Rosemary very frequently because of the steady supply I get. I have used it to make flavored oils, & salad dressing, baked Flavored Bread, frequently use it to use in marinades for grilling chicken & fish, in pasta sauces & even in Fruit Dessert. The herb works wonderfully with vegetables too, esp. with potatoes. The potatoes can be oven roasted or stir fried or roasted on the stove top. Here is one way(or the many) that I use Rosemary with Potatoes…



Ingredients:

  1. 6 Small Gold Potatoes
  2. 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  3. 1 Teaspoon Stoneground Mustard
  4. 1 Tablespoon Red Chili Flakes (More or less to taste)
  5. 2 Cloves of Garlic Minced
  6. 1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Rosemary
  7. Salt
  8. Black Pepper
  9. 1/2 Cup water/broth
  10. 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil





Preparation:

Peel the potatoes & wash them. Pierce them with fork in different places, Soak the potatoes in salt water for about 15 minutes.

Whisk the Vinegar, Mustard, Chili Flakes, Garlic, Rosemary, Salt & Black Pepper in a bowl.

Drain the potatoes & pour the above mixture on the potatoes. Toss them for the mixture to coat the potatoes. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes.

Heat oil in big enough pan so the potatoes can be spread in a single layer.

Pour the potatoes on the oil, & stir fry for about 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of water/broth. Cover tightly & lower the heat to minimum & let it cook in its own steam, till the potatoes are done & fork tender.

Increase the heat & stir fry till the potatoes start turning brown on the sides.

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This makes an excellent side dish any time during the year. Here goes my Rosemary potatoes to the Weekend Herb Blogging hosted by Maninas: Food Matters.




Related Posts:
Dum Aloo: Potatoes simmered in Spices & Coconut Milk
Cauliflower Tagine with Walnut & Mint Couscous
Potato Salad with Herbs & Tomatoes – A Fresh Moroccan Taste








44 thoughts on “Glazed Rosemary & Garlic Potatoes”

  • Sometimes when I bake this they loose all their moisture, this one say I am full of moisture and herbs ready to eat 🙂

    If you bake, cover it initially till they are tender & then uncover & cook/broil to brown them & get the grilled flavor.

  • These potatoes look great! I love potatoes and I’m always looking for new ways to cook them. Lucky for me, I have a huge rosemary bush.

  • This aloo look so beautiful! Never used the Rosemary but heard a lot. how does it taste? Will try sometime. Tempting pics too. 🙂

  • Great combination! Rosemary, potatoes and garlic are my husband’s favorite and he will just fall for this recipe. Picture looks pretty.

    They do match really well:-)

  • Love, love, love rosemary potatoes, and what a picture! Lucky you, with access to unlimited fresh rosemary supply! I used some dried rosemary on a pizza tonight and it had no rosemary flavor at all!

    I am lucky Sig! The store bought dried herbs does not match up to the fresh ones, but u know i have tried drying the fresh ones at home, & they are more flavorful than the ones in stores.. not as good as fresh tho. You can buy the fresh herbs & try just air drying them for a better flavor.

  • Awesome Soma..!! Great pics..I usually bake Rosemary Potatoes..:) looks yum..n the blue bg is chart paper?

    Yes Varsha that is a poster/chart paper. I make baked potatoes too.. but this time on the stove top, it turned out a little bit different, more moist & flaky & did not take as much time to cook. Also the glaze & the browning came out a little different than baked.. better i feel.

  • Soma,

    Have been silently following ur blog for a while… loved this potato dish..
    do u think we can also put it in the oven insted of cooking on the hob??

    Thanks Jayeeta! yes this can be done baked too, & i do it sometimes. But the result is slightly different.. the oven dries up the potatoes, & more than that the way it browns & the glazes on the stovetop is a little different. Since the potatoes are cooked in steam, they turn out tender & flaky on the inside & crispy on the outside.. u sure can give it a try in the oven & let me know:-)

  • Rosemary makes everything taste better, this is a very neat way to use it for a side dish. I can smell it from here 🙂

  • now that’s more I like it:) I am not a big fan of store bought dried ones and the last bottle i bought tasted like saw dust 😉 May be I should try growing some fresh ones this yr.

  • I love this too! Gosh, you are totally posting all my faves and A is baking useless desserts instead 😐

    I’m going to try it your way sometime soon!

  • Rosemary and potatoes are such a natural pairing. Interesting recipe with the mustard and chili flakes. I like a little bit of heat.

  • Hi Soma,
    Potatoes in any form are welcome at my home coz my hubby is an aloo fan 😉
    Great one to impress …hope I get the rosemary easily around here…or I’ll replace it with something else any other options sweetie?
    TC

  • I love this recipe and very beautiful recipe. Glazed Rosemary & Garlic Potatoes recipe so good.

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