Nitrate & Nitrite Free Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Crispy on the outside, fluffy and pillowy on the inside, these smashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that disappears from the table before anything else. Baby Yukon Golds or red potatoes get boiled until completely tender, then pressed flat and roasted in a generous pour of olive oil at high heat — that's the move that creates those irresistible golden, lacy edges. For anyone navigating preserved meats and processed snacks loaded with curing agents, it's genuinely refreshing to land on a recipe where every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is: potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. No hidden additives, no label-reading anxiety, just real food cooked simply and well. A finish of fresh parsley and flaky sea salt takes them from weeknight staple to something you'd proudly set out at a dinner party. 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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