Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
Cheesy Smashed Baby Potatoes Recipe - Easy and Delicious!
Indulge in these mouthwatering Cheesy Smashed Baby Potatoes, seasoned with garlic, oregano, and a touch of spice. Perfectly crispy and gooey with melted mozzarella cheese on top. Try this simple recipe for a delightful side dish!
Ingredients:
- 1 kg Baby Potatoes (boiled with 1 tsp salt)
- 4 tbsp Cooking Oil
- 1 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Crushed Red Chilli
- 1 tsp Crushed Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Paprika Powder
- Extra Salt (for sprinkling)
- Mozzarella Cheese (as needed)
Instructions
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Smashed Potatoes Recipe
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Start by preheating your oven to Gas Mark 6, 400°F (200°C).
2. Boil and Prep the Potatoes:
- Boil the baby potatoes with 1 teaspoon of salt until they are tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Season the Potatoes:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, cooking oil, garlic powder, oregano, crushed red chilli, crushed black pepper, salt, and paprika powder. Toss them together to ensure the potatoes are evenly coated with the flavourful mixture.
4. Smash the Potatoes:
- Transfer the seasoned potatoes to a baking tray. Using the back of a glass, gently press down on each potato to flatten and create a smashed effect, as demonstrated in the video.
5. Bake to Perfection:
- Sprinkle a small amount of salt over the smashed potatoes for an extra burst of flavour. Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes. After the first 20 minutes, flip the potatoes to ensure even crispiness.
6. Add the Cheese Topping:
- Once the potatoes are beautifully crispy and golden, remove them from the oven. Now, generously top each smashed potato with mozzarella cheese.
7. Final Bake:
- Return the tray to the oven and bake until the cheese is irresistibly melted and bubbly.
8. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve these Cheesy Smashed Baby Potatoes hot, alongside your choice of tomato ketchup, BBQ sauce, or pizza sauce. Savour the crispy exteriors and gooey, cheesy goodness inside. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Make every meal memorable with these Cheesy Smashed Baby Potatoes. They're a fantastic side dish that's both easy to prepare and incredibly tasty. Try them today!
