A big hearty dish of roast potatoes is a staple comfort food in my house, but I'll usually stick to the same crisping-up method that's stood me well for years. Namely, a good dollop of salt while parboiling.
This method has seen me through many a Sunday roast and midweek tea, and although I've certainly experimented with seasoning here and there, I've never felt the need to crisp them up anymore. After all, how crispy can roasties actually be?
It turns out, as anyone who has ever delved into foodie TikTok will know, very, with the site bursting with go-to tips and hacks for ensuring that elusive perfect crunch. Two ingredients, in particular, tended to crop up again and again, accompanied of course by mouth-watering how-to vids : white vinegar and baking soda.
