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Crispy Garlic Smashed Baby Potatoes Recipe with Homemade Creamy Aioli

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy garlic smashed baby potatoes served with a rich, homemade creamy aioli. Perfect as a snack or side dish that’s flavorful and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • For the creamy aioli:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Boil the baby potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender but not falling apart.
  3. Drain the potatoes and let them sit for 5 minutes to dry.
  4. Arrange potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet spaced apart. Gently smash each potato to about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thickness using a potato masher or bottom of a glass.
  5. Drizzle minced garlic and olive oil over the smashed potatoes. Coat evenly and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy.
  7. While baking, whisk together mayonnaise, grated garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the aioli. Chill until serving.
  8. Once potatoes are done, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.
  9. Serve warm with creamy aioli on the side.

Notes

If garlic burns during baking, add it halfway through or mix it into the aioli instead. Ensure potatoes are dry before smashing to avoid soggy edges. Flipping potatoes halfway through baking is essential for even crispiness. Aioli can be made vegan by substituting mayo with vegan mayo or blended silken tofu.

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Keywords: crispy smashed potatoes, garlic potatoes, baby potatoes, creamy aioli, easy side dish, snack, oven roasted potatoes

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