We know it’s a bold claim, but once you bite into these crispy duck fat roast potatoes, you’ll understand why. Made with fluffy Maris Piper potatoes, rich duck fat, and our signature Goat Rodeo Better Than Sex Roast Potato Seasoning, this recipe yields glass-like crunchy crusts with soft, pillowy centres every single time. Whether you're making a classic Sunday roast or upgrading your Christmas dinner, these are hands-down the ultimate crispy roast potatoes.

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 50 mins | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2.5kg of Maris Piper (or other floury type) Potatoes
• 150g Goose or Duck Fat
• 2 Tablespoons Oil
• 70g Better Than Sex Roast Potato Seasoning
• Salt to Taste

Method

1. Peel your potatoes.
2. Cut into wedges. You want the pieces to all be the roughly the same size.
3. Place in cold, salted water and bring to a boil.
4. Par boil for 5 minutes.
5. Drain and shake in the colander to rough up the edges.
6. Preheat your oven to 200c
7. Place your goose or duck fat in a lined baking tray in the oven to pre-heat
8. Add your Better Than Sex Roast Potato Seasoning to your potatoes and give it a good ol' shake again to evenly coat the tatties.
9. Once your oil is hot, evenly distribute your potatoes across the baking tray.
10. Bake for 50 minutes until golden brown, turning a few times to make sure all your edges are crispy AF.

Why Par-Boiling Matters

1. Most people skip par-boiling, but it is non-negotiable for the ultimate roast potato. Boiling the potatoes in heavily salted water for 5 minutes softens the outer surface without cooking the centre through. When you shake the drained potatoes in a colander, you create a slurry of mashed potato starch across the edges. When this starch meets smoking-hot fat in a 200°C oven, it dehydrates and turns into an ultra-thin, glassy crust. Skimp on the par-boil or the colander shake, and you'll end up with smooth, roasted potatoes rather than deeply crispy ones.

Duck Fat vs. Goose Fat vs. Plant Oils

1. Duck & Goose Fat: The ultimate choice for Sunday roasts. They have a high smoke point and impart an unmistakable savory, rich flavor that takes potatoes to another level.
2. Rapeseed or Sunflower Oil: Perfect for a vegan or vegetarian alternative. Neutral plant oils with high smoke points allow the herbs and spices in our Better Than Sex Seasoning to take center stage.
3. Why Avoid Olive Oil or Butter?: Butter burns at high roasting temperatures, and extra virgin olive oil has a low smoke point that can turn bitter during a 50-minute roast.

What is the best type of potato to use for roast potatoes?

Floury potato varieties are essential for getting a fluffy interior and a crispy exterior. In the UK, Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes are the gold standard.

Avoid waxy potatoes (like baby red or new potatoes) as they won't fluff up when shaken.