Introduction
Garlic Herb Hasselback Potatoes are a stunning side dish that combine crispy roasted edges with tender, buttery centers. Originating from Sweden, this accordion-style potato dish gets its signature look from thin, even slices made across the potato, allowing herbs, garlic, and butter to seep in for maximum flavor. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or an elevated weeknight meal, these potatoes are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
6 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven: Heat to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare potatoes: Wash potatoes thoroughly. Place each potato between two wooden spoons or chopsticks and slice thinly (⅛-inch apart), stopping just before cutting all the way through. This creates the accordion effect.
Make garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Coat potatoes: Place potatoes on the prepared sheet. Brush generously with garlic herb butter, ensuring some gets between the slices.
Roast: Bake for 45–55 minutes, basting every 15–20 minutes with more butter mixture, until potatoes are crispy on the edges and tender inside.
Finish: In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle Parmesan over the potatoes if using, and return to the oven until melted and golden.
Serve hot: Garnish with extra parsley or thyme before serving.
Description
These Garlic Herb Hasselback Potatoes are crispy on the outside, buttery and tender inside, and infused with aromatic herbs and garlic. The elegant fan-like presentation makes them perfect for impressing guests, while the flavor is pure comfort food.
Tips and Variations
Cheesy twist: Add mozzarella, Gruyère, or cheddar between the slices halfway through baking.
Crispier skin: Brush with extra olive oil toward the end of cooking.
Make ahead: Slice potatoes and soak in water (to prevent browning) until ready to bake.
Herb swap: Try dill, sage, or basil for different flavor profiles.
Loaded version: After baking, top with sour cream, bacon bits, and chives.
Spicy kick: Sprinkle chili flakes or paprika into the butter mixture.
Correction
Some recipes only brush butter on the top of the potato, leaving the inside slices bland. The key is getting butter and seasoning between the slices—that’s what makes each bite flavorful from edge to center.
Enjoy
Serve Garlic Herb Hasselback Potatoes alongside roasted meats, poultry, or grilled fish, or enjoy them as a centerpiece vegetarian side. Crispy, buttery, and bursting with flavor, they’ll elevate any meal into something special.