Smashed Potatoes - Final Product
These pan-fried new potatoes are so quick and easy to make that you can served them any night of the week. This recipe works well with leftover potatoes that have been refrigerated.
Ingredients:
- 8 small red-skinned new potatoes, boiled until just tender – about 10 minutes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
Directions:
- Placed a cooled potato on a piece of paper towel.
Smashed Potatoes - Step 1
- Fold a second piece of paper towel over the potato. Press down on the potato with the palm of your hand, causing the potato to flattened slightly.
Smashed Potatoes - Step 2A
Smashed Potatoes - Step 2B
- Add oil and butter to a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Place smashed potatoes in the pan in a single layer and pan-fry for 4 minutes on each side.
Smashed Potatoes - Step 4
- Add parsley and serve.
2 Servings.
These look delicious. I make a similar recipe but instead of pan-frying them, I put them on a sheet pan, drizzle olive oil on them, add kosher salt, ground pepper, and sometimes rosemary, and roast them. Will have to try them your way!
Sounds and looks tasty! Definately one of my favorite ways of making potatoes, especially with baby potatoes. Other wise with larger potatoes, I cut them in half and throw them around in the colander to smash up the sides a bit, then place in the oven or in a pan. Looking forward to trying these tonight!
Such a simple side to make when grilling or for a casual supper. Thanks for the comment!