Description
Crispy Smashed Potatoes are a simple yet delicious side dish featuring tender boiled potatoes that are smashed flat, seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then baked to golden, crispy perfection with a touch of olive oil. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 pound small Yukon Gold or red potatoes, uniform size
Seasonings & Oil
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
- Cook Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and boil until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes depending on size. Drain well and allow them to cool slightly.
- Smash Potatoes: Arrange the potatoes on the baking sheet and gently flatten each one using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass until they are about ½ inch thick, taking care not to break them apart completely.
- Season and Drizzle: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil evenly over the smashed potatoes, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper for flavour.
- Bake Crispy: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the potatoes for 20-30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the edges. Serve hot.
Notes
- Choose small, uniform potatoes so they cook evenly.
- Smashing gently helps keep the insides fluffy while creating crispy edges.
- Feel free to add other seasonings like smoked paprika or fresh herbs.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like sour cream or aioli for extra flavor.
- For extra crispiness, flip potatoes halfway through baking.
