Citric Acid Free Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Crispy, golden, and shatteringly crunchy at the edges — these smashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that disappears from the table before anything else. The method is simple but delivers serious results: boil until tender, smash flat, then roast in a generous pour of olive oil at high heat until the undersides turn deep amber and the edges go lacy and irresistible. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, this recipe is a genuine win because every single ingredient is naturally free of it — no preservatives, no packaged seasonings with hidden additives, just potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Store-bought frozen or seasoned potato products are often a minefield of undisclosed acids and flavor enhancers, so making these from scratch puts you fully in control. A finish of fresh parsley and flaky sea salt adds brightness and texture without introducing anything problematic. Serve them straight from the oven while the edges are still crackling — that's when they're at their absolute best.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb small waxy potatoes (such as baby yukon gold or baby red potatoes)
- 1 tbsp kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- flaky sea salt, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add 1 tbsp kosher salt and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until the potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through the center with no resistance, 20–25 minutes. Drain and let them sit in the colander for 2–3 minutes to steam dry.
- 2
While the potatoes drain, preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and pour the olive oil onto a large rimmed baking sheet, tilting to coat the surface evenly.
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