Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Name: Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs baby or new potatoes; 4 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

Small potatoes boiled until tender, smashed flat, then roasted until shatteringly crispy on the outside with a fluffy interior. Topped with sour cream and herbs.

55 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

AmericanSideStovetop and OvenVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs baby or new potatoes
4 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Boil 2 lbs baby or new potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
2

Drain and cool 5 minutes. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3

Flatten each potato to about 1/2 inch thick with the bottom of a glass. Cracking is fine.
4

Drizzle with 4 tbsp olive oil and season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
5

Roast 20-25 minutes until deeply golden and crispy on the edges and bottom.
6

Top with 1/2 cup sour cream and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives. Serve immediately.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Crispy Smashed Potatoes?

As written, 55 minutes: 10 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (25 minutes): "Roast 20-25 minutes until deeply golden and crispy on the edges and bottom."

What oven temperature does Crispy Smashed Potatoes need?

For Crispy Smashed Potatoes, the oven is set to 450 F (about 230 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 5.

Can I make Crispy Smashed Potatoes dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Crispy Smashed Potatoes is 1/2 cup sour cream. Swap the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Crispy Smashed Potatoes vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup sour cream. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan side collection.

How many calories are in Crispy Smashed Potatoes?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 4 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Crispy Smashed Potatoes?

Refrigerate what is left of Crispy Smashed Potatoes within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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