Crispy Garlic Smashed

I inspired for this recipe by @daenskitchen on TikTok. These taters are crispy, chewy and super garlicy.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Gently cook the garlic over low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the garlic is lightly golden brown

Step 2

Cool down the oil for about 5 minutes and strain it into a glass jar.

Step 3

Mash the garlic cloves with some salt using a fork. Add the mashed garlic back into the oil and stir to combine. This is your garlic oil.

Step 4

To make the potatoes, add them to a cold pot of water and bring them to a boil.

Step 5

Cook until fork tender, but not mushy. Mine took about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Drain the potatoes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchement paper.

Step 7

First, make the garlic oil. Add skinless cloves of garlic into a small pot and cover them with olive oil until completely submerged.

Step 8

Brush them generously with the garlic oil and add some salt.

Step 9

Bake in the oven at 425F/220C for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Enjoy!

Step 10

Using the bottom of a glass, gently smash the potatoes to your desired thickness. I recommend smashing them to match the size of the bottom of the glass.