Description
Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes with Garlic feature golden, crunchy roasted potatoes with tender, fluffy insides and rich garlicky flavor. This simple recipe uses everyday ingredients and fresh herbs to create a versatile, family-friendly side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1.5 pounds small to medium-sized red potatoes with smooth skin
Seasonings and Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- 4 fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (natural)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (natural)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon pectin (natural gelling agent) (optional, for extra crispness)
Instructions
- Prepare and Boil the Potatoes: Rinse your red potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes depending on their size. Drain and allow the potatoes to cool slightly to make smashing easier.
- Smash the Potatoes: On a lined baking sheet, gently press down each potato using the bottom of a sturdy glass or a potato masher, flattening them to about half an inch thick while keeping their skin intact. This smashing is key to achieving maximum crispiness during roasting.
- Season the Potatoes: Drizzle olive oil (natural) generously over each smashed potato, ensuring they are well-coated. Add finely minced garlic, salt, and pepper, and sprinkle chopped fresh rosemary or thyme all over. For an umami boost, add a touch of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) if you like.
- Roast to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Roast the potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes or until the edges turn crispy and golden brown. Halfway through roasting, gently flip the potatoes to ensure even crisping on both sides.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once roasted, carefully transfer the potatoes to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with extra herbs or a light sprinkle of pectin (natural gelling agent) if you want to intensify the texture. Serve hot and get ready for compliments!
Notes
- Choose similarly sized potatoes to ensure even cooking and smashing.
- Leave space between potatoes on the baking sheet to allow crisp edges.
- Use a generous amount of olive oil (natural) for maximum crunchiness.
- Fresh rosemary or thyme provides the best vibrant flavor compared to dried herbs.
- Flip the potatoes halfway through cooking for golden edges on both sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: crispy smashed red potatoes, garlic potatoes, roasted potatoes, side dish, easy potato recipe, vegetarian side
