Description
Golden, crispy smashed potatoes with fluffy centers, tossed in a rich garlic-chili butter and finished with savory vegan Parmesan. A bold, comforting plant-based side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 to 1.5 kg small potatoes
1 tbsp salt
2 to 3 tbsp olive oil
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
paprika or chili powder
3 to 4 tbsp vegan Parmesan
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
3 tbsp butter or vegan butter
1 tsp chili flakes
fresh parsley, chopped
extra vegan Parmesan, for topping
parsley, for garnish
vegan mayo or yogurt, for serving
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
- Drain and let them steam-dry for 1 to 2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- While still warm, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika or chili powder, and vegan Parmesan.
- Place the potatoes on a lined baking tray and gently smash each one using a flat-bottomed glass or potato masher.
- Brush with additional olive oil and seasoning if desired.
- Bake at 220°C (430°F) for 30 to 40 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pan and sauté garlic, chili flakes, and parsley for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Transfer baked potatoes to a bowl and pour the garlic-chili butter over them, tossing gently to coat.
- Finish with extra vegan Parmesan and parsley, and serve hot with vegan mayo or yogurt.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure potatoes are well dried and not overcrowded on the tray.
Use smoked paprika or cumin for flavor variations.
Reduce chili flakes for a milder version.
Nutritional yeast can substitute or enhance vegan Parmesan.
A squeeze of lemon juice adds freshness before serving.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
