Fried Smashed Potatoes with Lemons

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby or fingerling potatoes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra as needed
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 lemons, zested

Instructions

  1. For the potatoes: Put the potatoes in an 8-quart stockpot with enough cold water to cover by at least 2 inches.
  2. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and allow to dry for 5 minutes.
  4. Using the palm of your hand, gently press the potatoes until lightly smashed.
  5. In a large, nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup of oil over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly brown, about 1 minute.
  7. Remove the garlic and discard.
  8. In batches, add the potatoes and cook, without stirring, until the bottoms turn golden brown, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  9. 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.
  10. For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest.
  11. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  12. Spoon the dressing over the potatoes and toss gently until coated.
  13. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  14. Transfer the potatoes to a serving bowl and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

554 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.6g 27% DV
Total Fat 36.2g 46% DV
Carbs 51.8g 19% DV
Fiber 13.8g 49% DV
Sugar 1.3g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9936.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 2400mg 51% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 84.4mg 94% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 181.8mg 14% DV
Iron 21.2mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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