Description
Crispy golden crushed new potatoes elevate simple ingredients into a delightful side dish that sings with herbal notes and rustic charm. Herbed butter and sea salt create a mouthwatering finish that will make guests crave seconds at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) baby potatoes
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley or basil
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Select small, uniform potatoes and rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.
- Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Carefully lower potatoes into boiling water and cook for 15-17 minutes until fork-tender but not falling apart.
- Drain potatoes in a colander and allow excess moisture to evaporate for 2-3 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and generously coat a large baking sheet with olive oil.
- Transfer potatoes to the oiled baking sheet, using the bottom of a glass or potato masher to gently flatten each potato until slightly cracked but still holding its shape.
- Drizzle additional olive oil over crushed potatoes, then sprinkle with finely minced fresh rosemary, crushed garlic, sea salt, and cracked black pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Remove when edges are deeply golden and crispy, with a crunchy exterior and creamy interior.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately, optionally accompanied by sour cream or herb-infused aioli.
Notes
- Select small, waxy potatoes like baby or new potatoes for the best crispy texture and even cooking.
- Ensure water is generously salted before boiling to enhance the potatoes’ natural flavor from the start.
- Pat potatoes completely dry after draining to help achieve maximum crispiness during roasting.
- Use a flat-bottomed glass or potato masher to gently crush potatoes without breaking them completely.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like rosemary, thyme, or oregano to customize the flavor profile.
- For a healthier version, use olive oil instead of regular cooking oil and reduce the amount for a lighter dish.
- Create a dairy-free alternative by replacing sour cream with cashew cream or vegan yogurt topping.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 171 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1460 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg