Crispy Cajun Smashed Potatoes
Smashed Potatoes just got better with Cajun butter seasoning. To make these buttery potatoes with crispy edges and a fluffy interior you only need 4 ingredients. Theses are such a great way to switch up your potato game and satisfy your crunch craving.
Smashed potatoes are good but crispy smashed potato made with cajun seasoning and butter is next-level delicious. Cajun seasoning lends a spicy smokey flavor to the potatoes. The trick to not burn the spices is first to partially bake the potatoes, then halfway through add the Cajun seasoning.
Potatoes be it in creamy form like garlic mashed potatoes, Baked Mashed Potatoes Casserole, Scalloped Potatoes or baked crispy like Hasselback Potatoes, Baked Greek Wedges, it is one of the most versatile veggies. Smashed potatoes have both. These are crispy around the edges, the skin also crisps up and from the inside it is still creamy and fluffy. These are really fun to serve at a gathering or as a side dish with any meal.
Just 4 Ingredients
- Baby potatoes- Skip the large baby potatoes, medium one are best
- Cajun Seasoning- Homemade Cajun Seasoning is always the best as you can control the salt and heat. You can also use any good-quality store-bought ones.
- Butter- Butter adds richness and definitely don’t skip it.
- Oil- Oil prevents the butter from burning and also helps getting those crispy edges for smashed potatoes.
- Salt – To season potatoes. Also if the seasoning doesn’t have salt, otherwise skip salt
Make these in 4 steps
Step 1– Cook potatoes in lightly salted water until fork tender. Tip- choose potatoes of similar sizes, so they bake at the same time.
Step 2- Place cooked baby potatoes on a baking sheet (preferably divide between 2 sheets), toss with oil and butter 2 tablespoons each. Toss well then, using the back of a glass or container with a flat bottom, gently press the potatoes and flatten them.
Flatter and thinner the potatoes -> more crispy around the edges
First round of baking for about 15-20 minutes. Smashed potatoes will start crisping around the edges.
Remove the potatoes from the oven. Mix the remaining butter, oil, and cajun seasoning. Brush them on partially baked mashed potatoes. Flip and brush on the other side. Bake again for 20 minutes or until the desired crispiness you have got. Don’t bake for longer as the spices might burn.
Tips to Make Perfect Crispy Smashed Potatoes
- Don’t skip salt while cooking the potatoes. The 2-steps seasoning process salts the potatoes inside out.
- Make in 2 batches for crispy potatoes. Overcrowding the potatoes will not yield great results.
- Its important to add cajun seasoning halfway through to prevent it from burning. Don’t get tempted to add it at the beginning for shortcuts.
Serve these with
These are real crowd pleasures and you can serve in various ways. These are bite-size and perfect to serve as an appetizer with a creamy dip. I think this creamy Avocado dip will pair well with spicy cajun potatoes.
You can also serve this as a side dish, as it pairs well with many main dishes with a sauce/ gravy such as Pork Chops In Mushroom Sauce, Skillet Pork Chop with Sour Cream Sauce, Ranch Chicken, Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Thighs in Mushroom Sauce.
Can I make crispy potatoes in a skillet?
Of course, you can. Use a good cast-iron skillet to make these Crispy Cajun Potatoes. You will have to cook in batches, unlike baked version where you can make a big batch.
All you have to do is arrange smashed potatoes in a single layer in a hot greased skillet. Once they are brown on one side, using a spatula flip them carefully. Cook until they are crisp and golden. Towards the end brush cajun seasoning and cook for a few minutes.
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Crispy Cajun Smashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby potato 1 pound
- â…“ cup Unsalted Butter ,Melted
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Cajun Spice mix (ref note)
Instructions
- Wash and clean the potatoes. In a large pot bring enough salted water to a boil. Add cleaned potatoes and cook till done.(The potatoes should be just cooked, not mushy and overcooked)
- Pre-heat oven to 200 degree celsius/ 400 F.
- Drain the potatoes once cooked and let it cool down a little bit. If you want to roast potatoes without skin then remove them.( I have kept the skin on here).
- Add cooked baby potaotes to the baking tray. ( divide between 2 baking sheet to avoid crowding)
- Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of butter and oil each. Using a glass or a bowl with flat bottom/potato smasher, gently press and flatten the potatoes. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are crispy around the edges.
- In a big mixing bowl remaining melted butter, oil, and Cajun spice. Mix well.
- Brush the spice mixture evenly on both the sides of half baked potatoes.
- Bake for another 20 minutes till the potatoes look crispy and caramalized. Once they are done remove the baking tray from oven carefully.
Notes
- Packaged Cajun seasoning could be spicy, so use it accordingly.Â
- Here is a recipe for Homemade Cajun Seasoning, you can control the salt and heat in the homemade version.
@Carlos Thank you
Delicious potatos!