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smashed potato recipe Golden Crisp Disks with Chive Emeralds
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This refined smashed potato recipe features golden crisp disks with a tender, fluffy interior and an irresistible crunch. It’s a family-friendly side dish that transforms humble potatoes into a special meal, perfect for weeknights or elevating weekend dinners.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb small potatoes (Yukon Gold or red bliss)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 2 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place 1.5 lb (680g) small potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water by one inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. They should feel soft but not mushy when pierced.
- Prepare For Smashing: Drain potatoes thoroughly and spread them in a single layer on a large sheet pan. Gently flatten each potato into a disk, about 0.5 inch (1.25 cm) thick, using a fork or the bottom of a glass (lightly oil the fork if potatoes stick).
- Season And Coat: Drizzle 2 Tbsp (30ml) olive oil and 2 Tbsp (30g) melted butter over the smashed disks. Season generously with 1 tsp (5g) salt and 0.5 tsp (2.5g) black pepper, ensuring each Golden Crisp Disk is thoroughly coated.
- Roast To Crispness: Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-35 minutes. Flip halfway through; the edges will turn a beautiful golden brown and become irresistibly crispy.
- Garnish And Serve: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 2 Tbsp (5g) fresh, chopped chives. Serve your perfect smashed potato recipe hot.
Notes
Select firm, blemish-free small potatoes. Store fresh chives upright in a glass of water in the refrigerator. To save time, par-boil potatoes the day before and refrigerate; this helps them firm up and smash more cleanly for crispier results. For extra flavor, add 0.5 tsp garlic powder or smoked paprika before roasting. For an even crisper finish, transfer to an air fryer for the last 10-15 minutes at 375°F (190°C). Use a single large sheet pan to minimize cleanup.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (170 g)
- Calories: 300 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg