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Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potatoes - crunchy, golden brown and extra crispy smashed potatoes. Serve them as an appetizer or a side dish with sour cream. So delicious!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Potatoes
Cuisine: American Recipes
Keyword: Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Servings: 6 people
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb (750g) baby potatoes the smallest you can find
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Fill the bottom of a large microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 inch (1 cm) of water. Place the potatoes in the bowl and cover with plastic wrap, poking the wrap a few times with a fork.
    smashed potatoes
  • Microwave on high for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked and can be easily pierced with a fork. Microwave for a few more minutes if they are still hard.
  • Remove the plastic wrap and uncover the bowl. Drain the potatoes and let them cool until just warm. Pour the oil onto a large rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle it with 3/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
    Smashed potatoes.
  • Arrange the potatoes on the baking sheet and smash them into rounds using a flat-bottomed cup or the heel of your hand. Sprinkle the tops of the potatoes with the remaining salt and pepper.
  • Place the baking sheet on the bottom of the oven (not on the rack) and roast until the undersides are crispy but not burnt, about 12-15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and use a flat spatula or turner to flip the potatoes.
    Smashed potatoes.
  • Roast for another 10-15 minutes, until the other sides are crispy. Remove from the oven, transfer the smashed potatoes to a serving platter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Adapted from: Cravings Hungry for More by Chrissy Teigen.
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Add the olive oil on the baking sheet. The oil will cook and sizzle the potatoes in the oven.
  • Roast the potatoes on the floor of the oven. The floor of the oven is the hottest part of the oven and the direct contact of heat will make your potatoes extra crispy with crunchy edges.
  • DO NOT place the baking sheet on the rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 6people | Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 589mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g