Description
Crispy Crushed Garlic Potatoes deliver golden, herb-kissed perfection with each bite. Mediterranean-inspired comfort meets irresistible crunch, inviting you to savor simple culinary magic that delights the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (700 grams) baby potatoes (red, yellow, or fingerling)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (or 0.5 teaspoon dried herbs)
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated parmesan cheese (optional, for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes by submerging them in a spacious pot filled with salted water. Heat until bubbling vigorously, allowing potatoes to soften until easily pierced with a fork, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Transfer boiled potatoes to a parchment-lined baking sheet, gently pressing each one with a flat-bottomed tool to create a rustic, cracked surface while maintaining potato integrity.
- Craft a fragrant seasoning blend by whisking together olive oil, finely chopped garlic, aromatic rosemary, vibrant paprika, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Lavishly coat each crushed potato with the herb-infused oil mixture, ensuring complete coverage. Optionally dust with grated Parmesan for added richness.
- Position the baking sheet in a preheated oven set to 425°F, roasting until edges transform into golden, crispy perfection. For enhanced crunchiness, activate the broiler during the final 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Remove from oven and embellish with freshly chopped parsley and a delicate sprinkle of salt. Present immediately alongside creamy sour cream or zesty aioli for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best crispy texture and even cooking.
- Pat potatoes dry completely after boiling to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy results.
- Space potatoes slightly apart on the baking sheet to allow hot air circulation and achieve extra crunch.
- Experiment with alternative herb combinations like thyme, oregano, or za’atar for diverse flavor profiles.
- For a dairy-free version, replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast or skip cheese entirely.
- Crush potatoes gently to maintain structural integrity while creating more surface area for crispy edges.
- Adjust baking time based on potato size and desired crispiness level, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg