Need an easy side that you can prep in time for dinner? Simply smashing potatoes need less than five ingredients to be crispy and deliciously melt-in-your-mouth. Check out our recipe for quick and tasty smashed potatoes, straight from the oven, and learn how to make them perfect for your next family meal!
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Equipment
- Stock pot
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Little Yellows™(but you can use any Little Potatoes if you want)
- 2 Tbsp cold pressed canola oil
- (To taste) kosher salt
- (To taste) cracked black pepper
Instructions
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Step 1
Pre-heat oven to 400 °F. Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil on the stove. Season with salt, turn the heat down to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and set aside.
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Step 2
Once cool enough to handle, place the potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently press down on each potato and slightly flatten it. When all of the potatoes are 'smashed', drizzle them with the oil and season with salt and pepper.
Oil makes the potatoes golden and crispy. Just drizzle it on them and brush some on the baking sheets for perfect crispiness all around. -
Step 3
Roast in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Smashed Potatoes Serving Suggestions
If desired, drizzle more oil and adjust seasonings.
Our Smashing Little Potatoes are delicious just the way they are, but for an extra zing, why not add some smoked salmon on top? It’s a tasty trick we love from our Montreal-Style Salmon Tartare Smashed Little Potatoes recipe. Or, go bold and add some buffalo chicken for a game day treat that’s sure to score big with everyone!
Extra Questions From Curious Family Cooks
Can smashed potatoes be made ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare smashed potatoes ahead of time. Boil, drain, and smash them first, then cover your smashed potatoes with plastic wrap, pop them in the fridge, and they’ll be ready to bake anytime within 24 hours. When it’s time to eat, just bake the smashed potatoes in a hot oven until they’re crispy and golden.
Can I store smashed potatoes?
Want to save them for later? Freeze the cooled potatoes in a container or bag for up to two months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge and reheat in the oven when you’re ready to enjoy!
Which potatoes are best for smashing?
To get that perfect crisp in the oven, it’s key to use small potatoes like our Little Yellows™. They cook up creamy and almost buttery inside. But don’t worry, any petite or small potatoes will work wonderfully for smashing! You can use little yellow, little red or fingerling potatoes from The Little Potato Company.
What is the difference between smashed and mashed potatoes?
Smashed potatoes are boiled, flattened with a spatula or the bottom of a wine bottle, and then roasted until crispy, while mashed potatoes are boiled and then thoroughly crushed into a soft, creamy blend. Each gives your family fun, different textures to enjoy – try out other recipes we have for mashed and smashed Little Potatoes!
