These crispy greek fries are tender on the inside and extra crispy on the outside and are coated with dried herbs, lemon zest, garlic, and olive oil. Then they are topped with fresh herbs and crumbled feta cheese.
I love squeezing fresh lemon juice on these before eating and serving them next to my favorite yogurt dill dip.
If you like making Greek recipes, check out our greek pita bread, greek chicken gyros, greek pasta salad, and greek salad dressing.
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What are Greek fries?
Greek fries are also known as patates tiganites, they are a super popular food in Greece. They are made by sprinkling dried oregano, salt, and pepper. They are deep-fried in olive oil and topped with lemon zest and crumbled feta.
This version is oven baked, which is way healthier, and super quick too!
Why this recipe works
- These are loaded with greek style herbs and baked to perfect golden brown and crispy.
- These potatoes are seasoned perfectly, they are so delicious, you will love them!
- They are the perfect quick side dish to serve next to your favorite protein!
- You will only need super simple ingredients to make this dish.
- They are topped with crumbled feta and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Before you start to make this recipe, measure and prepare your ingredients so the cooking process will go smoothly and easily.
Full measurements are in the recipe card below.
Potatoes– for this recipe, we like to use Yukon Gold potatoes, russet potatoes, or red potatoes, but any potato kind will work great for this recipe!
Paprika– use your favorite brand of paprika.
Garlic- use fresh garlic for this, this adds so much delicious flavor. I used 2 garlic cloves, but you can add more or use less if you want!
Garlic powder- use your favorite brand of garlic powder. You can use onion powder instead.
Olive oil- use extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor. If you don't want to use olive oil, you can use avocado oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil!
Herbs- we used dried thyme and dried oregano for this recipe.
Kosher salt– we used kosher salt in this recipe. You can use sea salt or flakey salt as well.
Black pepper- use ground black pepper.
Toppings
Feta cheese- you can crumble a block of feta cheese or use crumbled feta for this. use your favorite brand of feta cheese.
Lemon zest- top the fries with freshly grated lemon zest immediately after removing the fries from the oven.
Fresh dill- adding chopped fresh dill is so delicious and adds a yummy flavor, I highly recommend not skipping this unless you dislike dill.
Instructions
Preheat an oven to 230c (450f) and prepare a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Into a small mixing bowl, add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, and minced garlic, and mix with a fork or a spoon until well combined. Set aside while you prep the potatoes.
Wash, dry, and cut the potatoes lengthwise into ½-inch slices, then cut them into ½-inch wide sticks.
Pat the potatoes dry using a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the seasoning mixture onto the fries and toss them until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the fries on the prepared parchment paper lined baking sheet evenly and bake in a preheated 230c (450f) oven for 30 minutes. Then use a spatula to flip the fries to make sure they bake evenly.
Bake until golden brown. Keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
Top the fries with crumbled feta, fresh herbs (we used fresh dill), and lemon zest. Serve with your favorite dip, I highly recommend dipping it in our yogurt dill sauce.
Expert Tips
- Ensure that you cut your potatoes into even pieces so they will bake evenly. Make sure that every piece of potato is about the same thickness and length.
- Dip these in your favorite dressing like ketchup, mayonnaise, boom boom sauce, bang bang sauce, ranch, etc.
- Make sure to dry out the potatoes with paper towels or a towel to make them crispy.
- I highly suggest not overcrowding the sheet pan, cook it in batches if needed to make them cook properly.
- Serve these immediately when they are hot and crispy for the best experience!
Faq's
Yes! You can follow the same instructions as written in our air fryer potato wedges recipe. You will need to cook them for a little less because they are thinner.
for this recipe, we like to use Yukon Gold potatoes or russet potatoes, but any potato kind will work great for this recipe!
I didn't soak the potatoes in this recipe. This recipe is super easy and straightforward and will take you no time to prep. If you would like to soak the potatoes, feel free to do so, but make sure you pat them dry.
Storing
If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the microwave or in the toaster oven (or regular oven) until they are warm and crispy again.
Reheating
To reheat these, I recommend preheating an oven or toaster oven to its highest temperature (250c, 482f) and heating it for about 10 minutes or until the potatoes are crispy again.
Freezing
Let the fries cool to room temperature, then place them in the freezer and stored them in an airtight freezer-friendly container for up to 2 months.
When ready to use, place the potatoes in the fridge overnight to defrost, or thaw it at room temperature for a few hours. Reheat in the oven at 250c (482f) for 5-10 minutes, or until crispy.
Substitutions
Herbs- top these fries with your favorite fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, rosemary, chives, oregano, thyme, etc.
Variations
Spicy- if you like your potatoes a little spicy (or a lot), you can add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or ½ teaspoon of chili flakes.
Serving tips
Serve these as a side dish next to your favorite protein, or as a snack with ketchup, ranch, or your favorite dressing. I love these with our yogurt dill sauce.
More potato recipes
Air fryer potato wedges- These air fryer potato wedges are a healthier version of traditional fried potatoes. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Air fryer home fries- These air fryer home fries are ready in under 30 minutes from start to finish! They are the perfect quick side dish, breakfast, or appetizer.
Home Fries With Sweet Chili Sauce- This homemade home fries recipe is not a basic home fries dish, these home fries are baked in the oven and thrown in a delicious chili and butter sauce.
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📖 Recipe
Crispy Greek Fries (Oven Baked)
Ingredients
- 900 g Potatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic grated
- 2 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
- ¼ cup Olive oil
Toppings
- ½ teaspoon Lemon zest
- â…“ cup Feta crumbled
- ¼ cup Dill chopped
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 230c (450f) and prepare a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Into a small mixing bowl, add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, and minced garlic, and mix with a fork or a spoon until well combined. Set aside while you prep the potatoes.
- Wash, dry, and cut the potatoes lengthwise into ½-inch slices, then cut them into ½-inch wide sticks.
- Pat the potatoes dry using a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel and transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the seasoning mixture onto the fries and toss them until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Spread the fries on the prepared parchment paper lined baking sheet evenly and bake in a preheated 230c (450f) oven for 30 minutes. Then use a spatula to flip the fries to make sure they bake evenly.
- Bake until golden brown. Keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
- Top the fries with crumbled feta, fresh herbs (we used fresh dill), and lemon zest. Serve with your favorite dip, I highly recommend dipping it in our yogurt dill sauce.
Notes
- Ensure that you cut your potatoes into even pieces so they will bake evenly. Make sure that every piece of potato is about the same thickness and length.
- Dip these in your favorite dressing like ketchup, mayonnaise, boom boom sauce, bang bang sauce, ranch, etc.
- Make sure to dry out the potatoes with paper towels or a towel to make them crispy.
- I highly suggest not overcrowding the sheet pan, cook it in batches if needed to make them cook properly.
- Serve these immediately when they are hot and crispy for the best experience!
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