Description
These Sweet Heat Smashed Potatoes are a delightful twist on classic roasted potatoes. With a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, these crispy smashed potatoes are a great side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Baby Potatoes:
- 1½ pounds baby potatoes, washed
Seasoning Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the potatoes: Boil the baby potatoes in salted water for 15 to 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
- Smash the potatoes: Place potatoes on the baking sheet and gently smash each flat with a glass or measuring cup.
- Prepare the seasoning: Mix olive oil, melted butter, honey, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the potatoes: Brush the seasoning mixture over each smashed potato.
- Roast: Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the potatoes for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
- Drizzle with extra honey or hot sauce for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
