The Crispiest Smashed Potatoes That Will Change Your Life

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is less expensive and still provides acidity.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: fresh spinach

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more economical and has a longer shelf life.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro is a cost-effective alternative.

Boil baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Drain potatoes and let cool slightly.

On a baking sheet, arrange potatoes and gently smash each with a fork or potato masher until flattened.

Drizzle smashed potatoes with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Roast in the preheated oven until crispy and golden, about 25-30 minutes.

While potatoes roast, prepare chimichurri sauce.

Finely chop fresh parsley and cilantro and place in a bowl.

Add minced garlic, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice to the herbs.

Slowly drizzle in olive oil while mixing until well combined; season with salt to taste.

Remove potatoes from the oven and drizzle with chimichurri sauce before serving.

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