Description
Crispy smashed potatoes roasted to golden perfection, flavored with garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and fresh herbs for a delicious side dish.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Seasonings
- 3 teaspoons sea salt divided
- 2 pounds small gold potatoes
- 4 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for the pans
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (chives and dill)
- Flaky sea salt optional for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 425°F and generously coat two baking sheets with olive oil to prevent sticking and promote crispiness.
- Boil Potatoes: Place the potatoes and 2 teaspoons of salt in a large pot. Fill it with enough water to cover the potatoes by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are soft and fork-tender, approximately 20 minutes.
- Drain and Smash Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Place each potato on the oiled baking sheets and carefully smash them using the back of a measuring cup until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
- Season: Drizzle the smashed potatoes with 4 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Roast Potatoes: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through until they are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Season with additional sea salt or flaky sea salt if desired, and garnish with the finely chopped fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Use small gold potatoes for best texture and crispiness.
- Make sure to oil the baking sheets well to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for uniform crispiness.
- Feel free to substitute fresh herbs with parsley or thyme according to preference.
- This recipe can be made ahead; reheat in the oven to restore crisp texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
