Seasoned Hasselback Potatoes

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These seasoned Hasselback potatoes are a unique and delicious side dish. Potatoes are thinly sliced, brushed with butter, sprinkled with a savory blend of Parmesan, garlic, oregano, and smoked paprika, and then baked until the edges turn golden and crispy. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

Hasselback potatoes are a great side dish for beef, chicken, or fish. They can also be a main dish if you are looking for something different for Meatless Monday. This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are simply amazing.

What Does Hasselback Mean?

The name “Hasselback” comes from Hasselbacken, a historic restaurant on Djurgården island in Stockholm, Sweden. Hasselbacken opened in 1853, and the potatoes that carry its name became famous there in the 1950s.

A Hasselback potato is thinly sliced but not cut all the way through, so the slices stay attached at the base. The potatoes are typically brushed with butter and sprinkled with breadcrumbs or herbs, and they bake into a crispy, accordion-like shape. This method has become popular worldwide and is often used for other foods, too, to create dishes that look as good as they taste.

Now that we know about the dish’s background, let’s look at how to make this tasty side dish.

Kitchen Equipment

To get uniform slices and for baking the potatoes, you’ll want to use the following:

• 2 Chopsticks
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• 9×13-inch baking dish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Combine the melted butter and oil in a small bowl.
2. Scrub the potatoes and pat them dry. Place a potato on a cutting board and lay a chopstick lengthwise along each side. With a sharp knife, slice the potato crosswise about ⅛ inch apart, stopping when the knife hits the chopsticks.

The chopsticks keep you from cutting all the way through, so the slices fan out like an accordion. Repeat with the rest of the potatoes.

1. Place the potatoes cut-side up in the greased baking dish. Brush them with the butter and oil mixture, making sure to coat between the slices.

1. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture on the potatoes and in between the slices.
2. Place the baking dish in the middle of the oven. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender in the center and crispy on the edges. Every 20 minutes or so, spoon the melted butter from the bottom of the dish over the potatoes.

1. Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.

What to Serve with Hasselback Potatoes

These potatoes dress up any dinner plate. Serve them with my Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites, Grilled Pork Chops, or a holiday Slow Cooker Ham. They’re also a fun change from mashed potatoes next to a Smoked Turkey.

If you can’t get enough comforting potato recipes, try my Cajun Potato Soup for a little kick, Irresistible Crockpot Potato Soup for a cozy, hands-off meal, and Ham, Green Beans, and Potatoes in the Instant Pot for a hearty Southern-inspired dish that’s full of flavor.

Tips for the Best Hasselback Potatoes

• Slice thin and even. Aim for slices about ⅛ inch apart. Thinner slices get crispier.
• Fan them out. If the slices stick together, gently bend each potato after the first 20 minutes of baking so the butter and seasoning can get between them.
• Don’t skip the basting. Spooning the butter over the potatoes while they bake gives you golden, crispy edges.
• No chopsticks? Use two wooden spoon handles, or set the potato in the bowl of a large serving spoon. The edges stop the knife before it cuts through.

Make Ahead and Reheating

You can slice the potatoes up to 4 hours ahead. Keep them covered in cold water in the refrigerator so they don’t turn brown, then pat them very dry before brushing with butter.

To reheat leftovers, warm them in a 400°F oven or air fryer for 10 to 15 minutes, until hot and crisp again. The microwave works, but the edges will turn soft.

How to Store Leftovers

Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Variations

Feel free to switch up the flavor profile of these potatoes. You can add cooked, diced bacon and green onions to the top after they have baked. Serve with a dollop of sour cream to complete the dish.

If you like using fresh herbs, you can add fresh thyme after the potatoes have baked.

FAQs

Why are my Hasselback potatoes hard in the middle?

They need more time. Larger potatoes can take up to 75 minutes. Pierce the center with a fork. It should slide in easily.

Can I make Hasselback potatoes in the air fryer?

Yes. Cook them at 375°F for 35 to 45 minutes, depending on size, brushing with the butter mixture halfway through.

Do I need to peel the potatoes?

No. The skin crisps up and helps hold the slices together.

Last Bite

Did you make these Hasselback Potatoes? I’d love to hear what toppings or seasonings you added! Leave a comment below, and don’t forget to pin or share this recipe so you can make it again for your next meal or gathering.