Crispy Steamed & Smashed Potatoes

Golden, crispy, and buttery on the outside with a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth center—these restaurant-style smashed potatoes will be the star of your table. Steamed in their peel for maximum moisture and flavor, then baked to perfection, they’re the ultimate side dish for any meal.

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Recipe

Servings: 4

Calories per Serving: ~220 kcal

Total Time: 55 minutes

Crispy Steamed & Smashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs small potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)

• 3 tbsp butter, melted

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or preferred non-seed oil)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

• 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or basil), finely chopped

Instructions:

1. Steam the Potatoes

   • Place whole, unpeeled potatoes in a steaming basket over boiling water.

   • Cover and steam for 25–30 minutes, until fork-tender.

   • Let cool slightly until safe to handle.

2. Smash the Potatoes

   • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

   • Lightly grease a baking sheet.

   • Place steamed potatoes on the sheet and smash them to about ½-inch thick with the back of a spoon or potato masher.

3. Season & Bake

   • In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.

   • Brush the mixture generously over each potato.

   • Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden brown and crispy.

4. Garnish & Serve

   • Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.

   • Enjoy hot as a side dish or appetizer with your favorite dip!

Nutritional Value per Serving

• Calories: ~220 kcal

• Carbs: 26g

• Fat: 12g

• Protein: 3g

• Fiber: 3g

Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

• Reheat: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes or air-fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes to regain crispiness.

• Freezing Not Recommended (texture may turn grainy).

Steam the Potatoes

Ingredients

Smash the Potatoes

Smash the Potatoes

Smash the Potatoes

Season

Bake

Garnish and enjoy

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This one was easy, I didn't have to update anything about the original recipe. Here's what I asked ChatGPT:

I want to steam potatoes in their peel and smash and bake. Restaurant style Recipe please.

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