Description
These Smashed Potatoes are a delightful side dish featuring crispy edges and a fluffy interior. Made with baby yellow potatoes, garlic, and aromatic seasonings, they are simple to prepare and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ounces of baby yellow potatoes washed
- Water
- 1 ½ teaspoons of salt divided
- ¼ cup of olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of italian seasoning (optional)
- ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot, covering them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
- After boiling for 5 minutes, test one potato for tenderness using a fork. If it's tender, drain and let them cool slightly while the oven heats up.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Pour ¼ cup of olive oil onto the baking sheet, spreading it evenly. Add the cooked potatoes to the sheet.
- Using the bottom of a mug or glass, press each potato down until it’s about ¼ to ½ inch thick, ensuring space between them.
- Sprinkle the potatoes with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and if desired, Italian seasoning and smoked paprika. Drizzle extra olive oil on top.
- Roast the potatoes for 30 minutes, checking at the 15-minute mark. Continue cooking until they are golden and crispy around the edges.
- Once done, remove from the oven and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust seasonings according to personal preference.
Feel free to experiment with other spices for added flavor.
These potatoes pair wonderfully with a range of main dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg