Side Dish

Fried Smashed Potato is for Side Dish.

Fried Smashed Potato takes several minutes to prepare.

Fried Smashed Potato takes several minutes to cook.

Fried Smashed Potato makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Fried Smashed Potato are:

1 lb Red Potato or Fingerling Potato
3 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Garlic, Salt, Pepper to Taste

Here is how you make Fried Smashed Potato:

Put the potatoes in a pan with enough cold water to cover by at least 2 inches. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes in a colander and allow to dry for 5 minutes. Using the palm of your hand, gently press the potatoes until lightly smashed.In a large, nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and cook, without stirring, until the bottoms turn golden brown, about 5 to 8 minutes. Using a spatula, turn the potatoes over and cook, drizzling with oil, if needed, until golden brown on the other side for another 5 to 8 minutes.There are various options with this: topping with cheese, sour cream, greek yogurt, gravy, etc.Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HDMARTIN88.

The nutritional information for Fried Smashed Potato is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 171.4

• Total Fat: 10.7 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 6.8 mg
• Total Carbs: 18.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.9 g
• Protein: 2.1 g