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Ultra close-up macro of crispy golden smashed baby Yukon potato dipping into velvety lemon whipped feta dip
Sarah Jenkins

Crispy Smashed Garlic Herb Potatoes

5 from 1 vote
Shatteringly crisp roasted baby Yukon Gold potatoes infused with bubbling garlic herb butter, paired with a zesty, ultra-creamy lemon whipped feta dip. The ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Sides & Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Crispy Smashed Potatoes
  • 2 lbs 900 g baby Yukon Gold potatoes (uniform small size)
  • 2 tbsp coarse kosher salt for boiling water
  • 4 tbsp 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp 45 g unsalted European butter, melted
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tsp sea salt & 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • Flaky sea salt Maldon for finishing
Creamy Lemon Whipped Feta Dip
  • 200 g 7 oz authentic Greek sheep milk feta block (in brine)
  • 1/2 cup 120 g whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium lemon zest and 1.5 tbsp fresh juice
  • 1 small garlic clove grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill finely minced
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Place whole potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until easily pierced with a fork but not falling apart.
  2. Drain potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let sit for 5 full minutes to steam dry (removing surface moisture is the secret to ultimate crunch).
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Arrange steamed potatoes on the sheet with ample space. Using the flat bottom of a heavy drinking glass or mason jar, gently press down on each potato until flattened to 1/2-inch thickness with rough, jagged fractured edges.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk melted butter, remaining olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Generously brush over the tops and crannies of the smashed potatoes.
  6. Roast at 425°F for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping with a metal spatula at the 25-minute mark, until deeply golden brown and shatteringly crisp around all edges.
  7. While potatoes roast, place crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and grated garlic in a food processor. Blend on high for 2 minutes until light, fluffy, and silky smooth.
  8. Spread whipped feta onto a serving platter with the back of a spoon. Drizzle with extra olive oil and sprinkle with fresh dill.
  9. Pile piping hot, crispy smashed potatoes around or directly onto the whipped feta. Finish potatoes with flaky Maldon salt and serve immediately!

NUTRITION INFORMATION:

Serving: 1 serving (4–5 crispy potato rounds with dip) Calories: 280cal (14%) Carbohydrates: 29g (10%) Protein: 7g (14%) Fat: 16g (25%) Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) Cholesterol: 25mg (8%) Sodium: 490mg (21%) Potassium: 620mg (18%) Fiber: 3g (13%) Sugar: 2g (4%) Vitamin A: 240IU (5%) Vitamin C: 22mg (27%) Calcium: 160mg (16%) Iron: 1.8mg (10%)
Keywords: crispy smashed potatoes, garlic herb potatoes, mediterranean side dish, roasted potatoes, whipped feta dip

Notes

Chef Secret: Never skip the 5-minute steam-dry step after boiling! Trapped water boils instead of roasts in the oven. Letting the hot parboiled potatoes air-dry releases surface steam, allowing the garlic herb fat to fry the jagged potato skins into crackling, glass-like crunch.