Smashed fingerling potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices to complement the flavors of the meal.
This fingerling potatoes recipe is one that is great paired with any main dish you want. Or let the potatoes be the star and the main dish if you are vegetarian. Pair with these chickpea veggie burgers or my popular vegan chicken nuggets.
This Smashed Fingerling Potatoes Recipe Is..
- Crispy outside with tender and fluffy potato filling.
- Made with fingerling potatoes.
- Simple ingredients needed.
- Side dish or main dish approved.
- Family friendly recipe.
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How to Make Fingerling Potatoes
Full steps on how to make fingerling smashed potatoes are in the printable recipe card. This is a quick walk through.
- Preheat the oven and prep the baking dish.
- Boil the potatoes until they are fork tender.
- Drain and then toss the potatoes with oil and seasonings once drained.
- Squish on a baking sheet. Then toss in the oven and bake till crispy.
- Garnish and serve hot.
Tools For Fingerling Potatoes
Baking Sheet
Reach for a rimmed baking sheet for making these potatoes. Or you can use a 9×13 baking dish, you just need to make sure there is enough room so the potatoes do not overlap.
Glass
I used the bottom of a drinking glass for smashing my potatoes. You could also use a flat spatula with no holes. Anything that you can press on the potatoes to get them to spread out on the pan.
Fingerling Potatoes Tips for Success
Don’t Overlap Potatoes
Make sure that when you are placing your potatoes on the pan they do not overlap. You want each potato to have room as if they overlap you will find some areas don’t crisp up properly.
Cook Potatoes First
Boiling the potatoes first is a step you don’t want to skip. The reason being is it is going to soften the potatoes and get them cooked. So you can easily smash them but also it then allows for them to just crisp up in the oven. Don’t skip this step. Or your potatoes will dry out as they cook in the oven.
Variation To Recipe
Seasonings
You can use any type of seasoning as you wish. I did a simple mixture but feel free to reach for your favorite spices. Cajun, lemon pepper, or even a homemade blend of spices work.
Oil
You can use any high heat smoke oil like canola, vegetable oil or even an avocado oil. Each oil will flavor the potatoes slightly. But make sure you have an oil that can heat well or it can smoke and make a mess in the oven.
Small Yellow or Red Potatoes
You can reach for smaller potatoes at the store, like red potatoes or even yellow potatoes. If the potatoes are a bit larger just slice them in half or quarter them when you go to cook in water. Then they will smash nicely.
Smashed Fingerling Potatoes FAQs
How are fingerling potatoes different?
Fingerling potatoes are a type of potato that are smaller and elongated in shape than traditional potatoes. They are typically 2-4 inches long and 1-2 inches in diameter, and they come in a variety of colors, including yellow, red, and purple.
Why are my smashed potatoes falling apart?
If you cook your potatoes for too long, they may become too soft and fall apart when you smash them. To avoid this, make sure to cook your potatoes until they are fork-tender but not falling apart. Or if your potatoes are too dry, they may fall apart when smashed. To add moisture, you can drizzle them with olive oil or butter before smashing, or add a splash of milk or cream to the potatoes when mashing them.
How do you know when potatoes are ready to be smashed?
To check if the potatoes are done, insert a fork into the center of the largest potato. If the fork slides in easily and the potato feels tender, it’s ready to be smashed. If the potato is still firm, let it cook for a few more minutes and test it again. When the potatoes are fork tender they are ready to be drained and smashed.
How to store leftover smashed potatoes?
Allow the smashed potatoes to cool to room temperature for 1-2 hours before storing. Once the potatoes have cooled, transfer them to an airtight container. Place the container or bag of smashed potatoes in the refrigerator. Smashed potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 194kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs fingerling potatoes washed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh cracked pepper to taste
- Parsley to garnish optional
Instructions
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Preheat oven for 450 F, line a baking sheet with foil for easy clean up and set aside
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Place potatoes into a medium pot, then fill pot with water and bring to a boil
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Allow potatoes to cook until tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes
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Toss the potatoes with the oil and seasonings, then transfer to prepared baking sheet
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Squish the potatoes down using the bottom of a glass
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Cook the potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping once if desired, or until the potatoes are crispy
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Garnish with parsley and serve warm
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 592mgPotassium: 721mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
