Description
Crispy Smashed Potatoes are the ultimate side dish that combines a delightful crunch with a fluffy interior. Perfectly seasoned and golden brown, these potatoes become irresistibly crunchy on the outside while remaining soft and tender inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Coarse sea salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Boil baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Arrange potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Gently smash each potato with a fork or masher.
- Drizzle olive oil over smashed potatoes and season with salt, pepper, and herbs if using.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, sprinkle a pinch of baking powder on the potatoes before roasting. Feel free to experiment with seasonings like garlic powder or paprika for added flavor.