Recipe 20

Garlic Herb Potato Smashers

Garlic Herb Potato Smashers are crispy, buttery, and exactly the kind of side dish that disappears before dinner starts.

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Garlic Herb Potato Smashers

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb baby potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley and chives
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Flaky salt and black pepper
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream, for dipping

Method

  1. Boil the potatoes until fork-tender and drain well.
  2. Place on a lined sheet pan and gently smash each one.
  3. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast at 425°F / 220°C until crisp.
  4. Mix melted butter with garlic, herbs, and lemon zest.
  5. Brush the hot potatoes with garlic herb butter and serve with yogurt dip.