Crispy smashed potatoes are what happens when patience meets heat. Boiled until tender, gently pressed, then roasted hard, they turn golden and crackly on the outside while staying soft inside. It’s comfort food that doesn’t need dressing up just good potatoes and a hot oven.
This dish works because it respects the ingredient. Potatoes are dependable, affordable, and deeply satisfying. Smashed instead of sliced, they create more surface area for crisping, which means more flavor with fewer ingredients.
In the Let’s Veg lifestyle, smashed potatoes represent simplicity done right. No shortcuts, no gimmicks just vegetables treated well. They show how everyday food can feel special without being complicated.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Crispy smashed potatoes are boiled, flattened, and oven-roasted until golden for a crunchy outside and fluffy center.
Ingredients
Equipment
Cooking Instructions
- Place potatoes in a pot and cover with salted water.
- Bring to a boil and cook 15–20 minutes, until fork-tender.
- Drain and let steam dry for a few minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place potatoes on the baking sheet.
- Use the bottom of a glass or spatula to gently smash each potato.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Add optional herbs or garlic if using.
- Roast 30-35 minutes, flipping once, until deeply golden and crispy.
- Finish with optional toppings and serve hot.
Nutrition
Notes
Extra crispy: don’t overcrowd the pan
Vegan-friendly: skip cheese or use plant-based
Grow-it-yourself: potatoes store well year-round
Serve with: salads, roasted vegetables, or dips