Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of these Perfectly Crispy Smashed Potatoes. With a golden, crunchy exterior and a fluffy interior, these potatoes are seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs, making them a crowd-pleasing side dish or snack. Whether served alongside your main course or enjoyed on their own, these crispy bites will elevate any meal into a memorable occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and cool slightly.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Smash each potato on a parchment-lined baking sheet until about half an inch thick.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and fresh herbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg