Our Version Of The Infamous Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Crispy smashed potatoes are everything a potato should be—a satisfying crispness on the outer edges, and absolute creamy perfection on the inside. They’re easy, too—nothing fussy or complicated. And when you get your hands on some really good potatoes—especially the sweet little baby potatoes, which can be so tender and flavorful—there’s no better way to cook them than this crispy smashed potato recipe.
How Do You Make Roast Potatoes Crispy?
The secret is actually not in the roasting, the secret to the best crispy roast potatoes is boiling! Yep, you’re going to first boil the potatoes to soften them and make them tender. That way, the only work that needs to happen in the oven is crisp-ification. The smashing of the boiled potatoes also helps with the crispness factor, creating a nice even surface area for heat and oil to work their crunchy, crispy magic.
Everything You’ll Need To Make Crispy Smashed Potatoes
These crispy smashed potatoes can really be as basic as potatoes + salt + oil. But herbs and garlic make them just a bit more exciting for very little extra effort. Some people like to sprinkle the finished potatoes with a dusting of freshly grated Parm, too. Here’s what you’ll need to make our crispy smashed potato recipe:
- Baby potatoes
- Kosher salt
- Olive oil
- Granulated garlic
- Fresh herbs
How To Make Crispy Smashed Potatoes
The very best crispy smashed potatoes are just a few quick steps away! Grab a fork and try not to burn your mouth when you dig in. Here’s how to make them:
- Boil the baby potatoes.
- Drain them and let them dry out.
- Lay them on an oiled baking sheet and....
- SMASH those potatoes! Using the bottom of a glass to gently press down on potatoes until potatoes. .
- Brush the smashed potatoes with olive oil, and finish them with salt and garlic.
- Bake! 450°F for about 25 minutes.
- Eat up! OR, go wild and turn them into Smashed Potato Salad.
Tools You’ll Need:
- Stockpot
- Colander
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brunch (really useful, but not essential)
More Potato Recipes To Try
Never, ever enough potatoes. They are the ultimate side, and for good reason! Here are a few of our favorite ways to cook potatoes:
A Smashing Success
We’re as crazy for crispy smashed potatoes as everyone is, and we’re thrilled to share our version of this delicious potato recipe with you today! If you make these potatoes, let us know OK? Share a photo and tag us on Instagram using @themodernproper and #themodernproper so that we can see your stuff! Happy eating
