Rice Free Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic & Herbs
These smashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that steals the whole show — shatteringly crispy on the outside, fluffy and tender in the middle, and loaded with smoky, garlicky flavor. The technique is simple but brilliant: boil the potatoes until completely soft, smash them flat on an oiled pan, and let the high heat of a 450°F oven do the rest. A spiced olive oil blend of smoked paprika, thyme, turmeric, and black pepper gets brushed over every craggy surface before roasting, so the flavor goes deep into every bite. Minced garlic goes on in the final few minutes, turning golden and fragrant without burning — a small step that makes a huge difference. A bright finish of fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley cuts through the richness and keeps everything feeling fresh. For anyone navigating a grain-free table, this is the kind of crowd-pleasing comfort food that never feels like a compromise — just really, really good potatoes.
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4 servings
- 1.5 lb baby yukon gold or baby red potatoes
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the boiling water
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- flaky sea salt, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until the potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides in with no resistance, 18–22 minutes. Drain and let them sit in the colander for 2–3 minutes to steam dry.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Pour 2 tbsp of the olive oil onto a large rimmed baking sheet and tilt to coat the surface evenly.
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