Description
Crispy and flavorful smashed potatoes roasted to golden perfection with a blend of aromatic spices and fresh herbs, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and liberally coat 2 baking sheets with extra-virgin olive oil to prevent sticking and help the potatoes crisp.
- Boil Potatoes: Place the potatoes and 2 teaspoons of sea salt in a large pot and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are soft and fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain and Cool: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them cool slightly to handle without breaking apart.
- Smash Potatoes: Place each potato on the oiled baking sheets and use the back of a measuring cup to gently smash until about ¼-inch thick, taking care not to break them into pieces.
- Season: Drizzle the 4 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over the smashed potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, the remaining teaspoon of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Roast: Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, turning the pans halfway through to ensure even browning, until they are golden brown and crisp around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and season with additional sea salt or flaky sea salt if desired. Garnish with finely chopped fresh chives and dill. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure to space the potatoes adequately on the baking sheets.
- Use small gold potatoes for the best texture and flavor, but baby red potatoes can be a great substitute.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted or combined with parsley or thyme based on preference.
- These potatoes can be prepared ahead of time after boiling and smashed just before roasting.
- Use a sturdy flat tool like the bottom of a cup to smash the potatoes evenly without breaking them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
