Start with washing potatoes very well under running water. Scrub the skin gently to remove dirt. Gordon Ramsay always says clean ingredients matter. After washing, dry them completely using a kitchen towel. Dry skin helps to make it crispy in the oven later. This step is very important.

Take a fork and poke small holes all around each potato. This helps steam escape during baking. Without holes, potatoes may burst in the oven. Make sure you poke evenly on all sides. This simple step improves cooking texture and makes the inside soft and fluffy.

Now brush olive oil all over each potato. Make sure every part is covered well. Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper on the skin. Gordon Ramsay baked potatoes get their signature crunch from this step. The oil helps crisp the skin while salt adds strong flavor.

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). A hot oven is very important for perfect baking. Place potatoes on a baking tray evenly spaced. Do not stack them. Heat circulation makes them cook evenly. This step ensures a crispy outside and soft inside texture.

Put the tray in the oven and bake for 60–75 minutes. Cooking time depends on potato size. Do not open the oven too often. Let them bake slowly. You will know they are ready when the skin is crisp and a knife goes in easily.

Carefully insert a knife or fork into the potato. If it goes in smoothly, it is done. If not, bake for 10 more minutes. Gordon Ramsay always checks texture before serving. This ensures perfect fluffy inside without any hard center.

Remove potatoes from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Cut them open carefully. Use a fork to fluff the inside gently. Add butter, salt, or herbs if you like. This step makes the potato soft, airy, and delicious.