This easy smashed potatoes recipe by Gordon Ramsay is a crispy, golden delight perfect for any meal. Made with simple ingredients you already have at home, these buttery, crunchy potatoes are quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. Serve them hot with a sprinkle of parsley for a side dish everyone will love!
Ingredients Needed:
For Potatoes:
- 700g small potatoes
- 1–1.2kg medium potatoes
For Cooking:
- 1 tbsp salt
- 30g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt (for sprinkling)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Finely chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
How To Make Smashed Potatoes Recipe?
- Boil Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water for 20–30 minutes until soft. Drain and let dry for 5 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 200°C / 390°F (180°C fan).
- Smash Potatoes: Place potatoes on a tray, smash with a fork or masher, and leave to dry for 5 minutes.
- Season Potatoes: Drizzle with butter and olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Recipe Tips:
- Pick Small or Medium Potatoes: These roast better and are easy to smash.
- Boil Until Soft: Make sure they’re soft enough to smash but not too mushy.
- Let Them Dry: Dry the potatoes after boiling and smashing them for the crispiest result.
- Use Butter and Oil: These make the potatoes tasty and golden.
- Don’t Flip Them: Keep them still in the oven for the best crunch.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Cool the smashed potatoes to room temperature, then store them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Heat in the air fryer at 180°C / 350°F for 5–7 minutes to keep them crispy.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 340mg
- Potassium: Not specified
- Total Carbohydrate: 15g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 3g
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