Description
Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender boiled sweet potatoes, smashed and baked to golden, crispy perfection. Perfectly seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, and optionally garnished with fresh herbs, this recipe offers a comforting, flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
Seasoning & Garnish
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the smashed sweet potatoes.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Scrub the sweet potatoes clean to remove any dirt, then cut them into halves or quarters for even cooking.
- Boil Potatoes: Boil the potato pieces in salted water for about 15 minutes until they become fork-tender. Drain well and allow them to cool slightly to handle safely.
- Smash Potatoes: Place the boiled sweet potato pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently smash each piece with the bottom of a glass or a potato masher until flat but keeping them intact.
- Season: Drizzle the smashed potatoes with extra virgin olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and fresh herbs if using, to enhance flavor.
- Bake: Bake the prepared sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm, enjoying the crispy texture combined with the natural sweetness of the potatoes.
Notes
- Use medium-sized sweet potatoes to ensure even cooking and smashing.
- Boiling time may vary slightly depending on the potato size; check doneness by piercing with a fork.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or parsley complement the flavor nicely.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the potatoes for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve as a side dish with grilled meats, salads, or as a vegetarian main option.
