Best Smashed Potatoes (Golden & Crispy)
Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, these smashed potatoes are an easy classic side dish that pairs with any meal.
Ingredients
- 800 g potatoes medium
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon green onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon dill chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Put the potatoes in a large pot with water and salt.
- Bring to a boil and cook, with the lid on, for 30-35 minutes, or until they are soft and pass the fork test.
- Drain the potatoes from the water.
- Line a tray with baking paper and oil it. Arrange the potatoes and smash them with the flat bottom of a glass or a potato masher, enough to flatten them.
- Leave the smashed potatoes on the tray for another 5 minutes so the excess moisture evaporates.
- Brush each potato with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until they are golden and slightly crispy.
- Sprinkle the baked potatoes with green onions and fresh dill.
Notes
For a vegan version, replace the melted butter with extra olive oil or vegan butter. Serve fresh and hot from the oven for the crispiest texture.