Crispy Smashed Potatoes are tender baby potatoes that are boiled until fork-tender, gently smashed, then roasted with oil and seasoning until the edges are deeply golden and crisp. They make an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs well with just about anything.
Ingredients
- 1 lb baby potatoes red or Yukon Gold
- 2 tbsp olive oil plus more as needed
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use the bottom of a glass or a potato masher to gently smash each potato until flattened but still intact.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, then flip if desired and bake 5 to 10 minutes more until crisp and golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 590mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg