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Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Rosemary recipe

Best Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Rosemary Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy these Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Rosemary, featuring crunchy edges and tender insides, perfect as a satisfying snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds Small Yukon Gold or Baby Potatoes choose uniform sizes
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt for boiling water
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil use extra-virgin for best flavor
For Seasoning & Flavor
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary add during roasting
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or whole
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese sprinkle after roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • large pot
  • Spatula
  • Heavy-bottomed glass

Method
 

Step by Step
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Boil small Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of well-salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot. Shake gently for 1 minute to let steam escape.
  4. Arrange the dried potatoes on the baking sheet and smash them to about ½-inch thickness.
  5. Drizzle potatoes generously with olive oil, and sprinkle garlic and rosemary over each.
  6. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway until deep golden and crispy.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1medium potatoCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, ensure potatoes are dry before roasting and use plenty of olive oil for crispy edges.

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