Description
Crispy Smashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, blending a golden, crunchy exterior with a fluffy interior. Drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt, these potatoes are perfect as a side dish for any meal or as an irresistible snack on their own. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Drain potatoes and place them on a lined baking sheet. Gently smash each potato with the bottom of a glass.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs over the potatoes. Toss gently to coat.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with spices like cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 375°F for best results.