Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Transform humble potatoes into a golden, crunchy delight with this simple recipe for crispy smashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). This high heat is essential for achieving those ultra-crispy edges.
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the cooled potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using a potato masher or fork, gently smash each potato until flat.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the smashed potatoes and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crispy edges, consider adding a little cornstarch to the seasoning mix before roasting. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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