Smashed Potatoes with Green Goddess Dip

If you’re on the hunt for the most delicious potato roasties ever, then this is the recipe for you! This is one of my absolute favourite ways to eat potatoes, they are just so good.

Smashed potatoes are made by boiling small potatoes until tender, then flattening them slightly before roasting them to crispy perfection. The smashing process increases the surface area, allowing the potatoes to develop a wonderfully crispy crust while remaining soft and creamy inside.

Smashed Potatoes with Green Goddess Dip

1 kg agria potatoes

4 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced (and extra garlic for roasting if you so desire)

1.5 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)

1.5 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)

Salt and pepper to taste

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Fresh parsley or rosemary (for garnish, optional)

Method

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.

While the potatoes are boiling, preheat your oven to 220°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme. Set aside.

Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and let them cool for a few minutes.

Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Using a fork or a potato masher, gently press down on each potato to flatten it slightly but keep it in one piece.

Brush the smashed potatoes generously with the garlic herb oil. Season with salt and pepper. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes. Add the extra garlic cut in half and brush with oil.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the edges.

These smashed potatoes make a great side dish for any meal and are scrumptious with Green Goddess Dip.