# Extra Crispy Smashed Potatoes

> Baby potatoes smashed and roasted with rosemary. Full ingredients and step-by-step instructions from @tay_richard.

- **Source:** [@tay_richard on TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@tay_richard/video/6914666080275401986)
- **Estimated total time:** 55 minutes
- **Serves:** 4
- **Category:** Side dish · **Cuisine:** American
- **Mood:** Comfort Food
- **Main ingredients:** Potato, Garlic
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-10-08
- **Canonical URL:** https://mezze-app.com/recipes/extra-crispy-smashed-potatoes

## Ingredients

- 1000 g baby potatoes, scrubbed
- 60 ml olive oil
- 10 g salt
- 2 g black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 g garlic powder
- 3 g paprika
- 5 g fresh rosemary, chopped

## Method

1. **Boil the potatoes** Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Cook until a knife slides in easily, then drain well.
2. **Preheat the oven** Preheat the oven to 220 °C.
3. **Smash the potatoes** Spread the drained potatoes on a baking tray. Press each one down with the base of a glass or a spatula until flattened and split open.
4. **Season and roast** Drizzle the potatoes generously with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika and rosemary. Roast until deeply golden and crispy, turning once halfway.
5. **Serve** Serve hot straight from the tray, with extra salt if needed.

## FAQ

**How long does extra crispy smashed potatoes take?**

The estimated total time recorded for this recipe is 55 minutes. Read the method before starting and allow for any cooling, chilling or marinating described in the steps.

**How many servings does this recipe make?**

The quantities listed are for 4 servings. The full ingredient list and instructions are included above.

**Who created this recipe?**

This recipe was shared by @tay_richard on TikTok. Mezze transcribed the video into ingredients and steps; the original video is linked above.

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