Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these smashed potatoes are a comforting side dish seasoned to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of potatoes
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Smash the potatoes on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they are crispy and golden.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for better texture. For extra crispiness, allow the smashed potatoes to sit briefly after smashing before adding oil and seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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