Crispy Garlic Butter Smashed Potatoes
These crispy smashed potatoes are golden and crunchy on the outside with soft fluffy centres, finished with rich garlic butter and sea salt.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 246kcal
Equipment
- Pot
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook for 15 minutes until tender. Drain well.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F/ 220°C.
- Place the part-boiled potatoes onto a baking tray. Gently press each potato flat using a fork or the bottom of a strong glass and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the oil, then roast in the oven for 10 minutes.
- Mix the melted butter and garlic in a small bowl. Drizzle the garlic butter over the crushed potatoes. Sprinkle with the sea salt.
- Return to the oven and cook for a further 15 minutes or until golden.
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Notes
- Dry the potatoes thoroughly after boiling. Less moisture means crispier roasting.
- Avoid over-boiling. The potatoes should be tender but still hold their shape.
- Smash gently rather than flattening completely. Thicker potatoes stay fluffy inside.
- Leave space between each potato on the baking tray. Air circulation helps every edge crisp.
- Add the garlic after the first roast to stop it burning.
- Roast until deeply golden rather than simply lightly coloured. Much of the flavour develops during those final minutes.
- Use a sturdy glass or potato masher if a fork feels awkward.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 727mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 179IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.