Crispy Smashed Potatoes (2024)

TheseCrispySmashed Potatoesare so flavorful and have deliciously crispy edges. Perfectly browned and just a touch spicy,this is one side dish you'll want to try.

Potatoes are great veggies to work with because they're so versatile. They work well with tons of flavor combinations. These Crispy Smashed Potatoes have lots of pungent garlic and a hint of heat from the red pepper flakes, but many other flavors can be added, as you can see below. And you'll just love the crispy golden brown potatoes that are topped with rich butter. This will be your new favorite way to enjoy potatoes.

Not only is this side dish full of nutrients and antioxidants, it's also very filling. So go ahead and enjoy it as a main dish for a light dinner or lunch. These crispy potatoes are super easy with little active prep time. It's convenient and simple, with just a handful of ingredients. You have to love it! Let's look at what ingredients you'll be using to make this crispy smashed potato recipe.

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Main ingredients

• Potatoes.Yukon Gold potatoes are great, but you can also use red potatoes, baby potatoes, fingerling potatoes, or any other small potatoes.
• Oil.Grapeseed and olive oil are my favorite kinds.
• Butter.This melted butter adds flavor.
• Spices.Garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

How to make these Crispy Smashed Potatoes

1. Add salt to a large pot of boiling salted water. Cook the Yukon golds in it until they are soft (around 20 to 30 minutes, depending on if they are smaller potatoes or larger potatoes). Drain the water and place the potatoes on a large baking sheet.

2. Using a potato masher, smash the potatoes, but keep them in one piece. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.

3. Dip a pastry brush into the oil and brush the oil onto the potatoes.

4. Place a thick slice of butter on top and sprinkle on a few red pepper flakes.

5. Bake at 400°F for about 45 minutes, until the smashed potatoes are crispy on the outside and slightly browned.

Tips for the best Crispy Smashed Potatoes

• Cook the potatoes well. Make sure the potatoes are boiled until they are fork-tender for easy smashing.
• Smash them when they're hot.Hot potatoes are easier to break up so smash the cooked potatoes once they have finished boiling.
• Don't skip the butter.Adding this rich flavor booster makes these potatoes taste even better.

Add-ins and substitutions

• Add herbs.Serve this crispy smashed potato recipe with a healthy spoonful of chimichurri sauce for a fresh, herbaceous flavor. Or add some fresh rosemary.
• Give them an Indian twist.Try these potatoes with a South Asian flair by using curry sauce or spicing them with garam masala. You can even use a tikka masala spice mix.
• Add sour cream, parmesan cheese, onion powder, and chives.You can dress these smashed potatoes up with these traditional add-ons.
• Give these potatoes Greek vibes.For a bright acidic flavor, feta cheese crumbles with some lemon juice make a delicious contrast to the crispy smashed potatoes.

How to store and reheat it

Store these Crispy Smashed Potatoes in an airtight container in a single layer once cooled, laying some parchment paper between each layer to keep them from sticking to each other. They will last for up to 5 days.

To reheat, place them on a sheet pan and warm them in a hot oven.

Serving suggestions

• Soup. Enjoy it with a bowl of your favorite soup, such asRed Lentil Soup,Cabbage Soup,Easy Lemon Lentil Soup, orEasy Puréed Bean Soup.
• Vegetables.Pair this alfredo sauce with someSimple Roasted Broccoli,Grilled Zucchini,Roasted Tomato Pesto Vegetables, orSimple Sautéed Vegetables.
• Salad.Begin your meal with a salad, like thisTomato and Onion Salad,Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad, orEasy Three Bean Salad.
• Proteins. Try my Spinach Stuffed Flounder,Sofritas,Tuna Fritters,Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast, orCreamy Mushroom Chicken.

These Crispy Smashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish to serve with any meal. Crispy and browned to perfection, they have just the right taste and texture to go well with everything. I hope you enjoy it!

Printable recipe and nutrition information are located in the recipe card right below!

More terrific potato recipes:

• Classic Potato Pancakes
• Roasted Baby Potatoes
• Potato Curry
• Twice Baked Potato Casserole

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