Description
Crispy smashed potatoes are a delicious side dish that pairs well with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and gently smash each one with a fork.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Choose small, evenly sized potatoes for uniform cooking.
- Feel free to add cheese or other seasonings for extra flavor.
- You can prepare the potatoes ahead of time and bake them just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: smashed potatoes, crispy potatoes, side dish