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Home » All Recipes » Masala Smashed Potatoes (Oven, air fryer, & stovetop)

Masala Smashed Potatoes (Oven, air fryer, & stovetop)

Published: Sep 1, 2021 · by Shilpa · 8 Comments

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Crispy from the outside and soft from the inside, these masala smashed potatoes are perfect as a snack or appetiser. Read on for ingredients, different cooking methods, tips, and FAQs to make these delicious masala potatoes.
masala smashed potatoes

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About this recipe

Crispy from the outside and soft from the inside, these masala smashed potatoes are perfect as a snack or appetiser. They are also great as a side with your main meals. Gluten-free and vegan, these crispy potatoes are so easy to make and can be customised as per your liking and preference. Baby potatoes flavoured with spices, smashed and baked/air-fried until crispy is a definite winner.

Try them once and they will be your favourite way to enjoy potatoes. Read on for ingredients, different cooking methods, tips, and FAQs to make these delicious masala potatoes.

Ingredients

ingredients to make masala smashed potatoes

Baby potatoes: Use baby potatoes that are almost of the same size.

Oil: I use olive oil to make them. However, you can use any cooking oil of your choice.

Spices: I use coriander powder, turmeric, chilli powder, garam masala, and garlic powder.

Garnish: I garnish this dish with chaat masala, coriander leaves, and lemon juice.

Step by step instructions

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, coriander powder, turmeric, chilli powder, garam masala, garlic powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well (steps 1,2).

masala smash potato steps 1-2.

Boil until the potatoes are just done, around 18-20 minutes (steps 3,4).

Once the potatoes are cooled, add the oil and spice mixture. Mix well making sure all the potatoes are coated well (steps 5,6).

smash potato steps 3-6.

To bake in an oven

To bake in an oven, place the potatoes onto a baking tray. Take a fork and smash the potatoes thinly, taking care, not to beak them(steps 7,8).

Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes at 200 C / 390 F (steps 9,10).

smash potato in oven steps.

To make in an air fryer

Place the potatoes in the basket. Take a fork and smash the potatoes thinly, taking care, not to beak them (step 11).

Air fry at 200 C (390 F) for 8-10 minutes (step 12).

masala smash potato in air fryer steps.

Cooking methods - oven, air fryer or stovetop

I have made smashed potatoes in both an oven and an air fryer. The end results in terms of crispiness vary slightly, with the air-fried ones are crispier. The bigger difference is in terms of time - both preheating and cooking. The baking time to get crispy smashed potatoes is anywhere between 25-35 minutes whereas, in an air fryer, they are done in less than 10 minutes.

I have also made them on a stovetop with results not as good as the baked or air-fried version. The potatoes are not as crispy when cooked on a stovetop as they are in an oven or air fryer. Also, when making them on a stovetop, we need to flip the potatoes so that both sides crisp up. This could be slightly tricky when the potatoes are smashed thinly.

So if you have access to an air fryer, it is best to air fry them - crispiest smashed potatoes in lesser time. See step-by-step instructions for both the methods below.

masala smashed potatoes

Useful tips

Select baby potatoes that are almost of the same size. This way, they will all be cooked at the same time.

Smash the potatoes thin to make them crispy. We don't want big lumps of potatoes.

Boil the potatoes until they are fully cooked but take care they are not overcooked or mushy. Overcooked potatoes will fall apart when smashed.

Make sure you bake them at a high temperature for 30 minutes so that the bottom can become crispy.

Pro-tip: Adjust the spices as per your preference.

masala smashed potatoes

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FAQs

How to serve smashed potatoes?

They taste great with a spicy dip or ketchup, although they can be served just on their own. You can also serve them as a side with your main meals. They also taste great with curd rice (Indian-style yogurt rice).

How to store them?

Leftovers can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. To reheat them, air fry for 3-4 minutes at 200 C (390 F) or bake in a preheated oven for 10-12 minutes at 200 C (390 F)

Can I make smashed potatoes ahead of time?

Yes. Boil the potatoes, smash them, and add the spices. Then wrap and place in the fridge. You can bake or air fry just before serving them.

masala smashed potatoes

Bonus

These masala smashed potatoes are:
- crispy, spicy, and delicious
- very easy to make
- great as an appetizer or snack
- vegan and gluten-free

masala smashed potatoes
Garnish it with chaat masala, coriander leaves, and lemon juice

Recipe card

Masala Smashed Potatoes

Shilpa
Crispy from the outside and soft from the inside, these masala smashed potatoes are perfect as a snack or appetiser. Read on for ingredients, different cooking methods, tips, and FAQs to make these delicious masala potatoes.
5 from 11 votes
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Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine All, Indian
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr

Ingredients
  

  • 750 grams baby potatoes
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon chilli powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Coriander leaves for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala optional

Instructions
 

  • Wash and clean the potatoes. Place them in a large pot with sufficient water
  • Boil until the potatoes are just done (around 18-20 minutes)
  • Transfer to cold water and let it cool for 5 minutes
  • In a small bowl, combine olive oil, coriander powder, turmeric, chilli powder, garam masala, garlic powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well
  • Once the potatoes are cooled, add the oil and spice mixture
  • Mix well making sure all the potatoes are coated well

To bake in an oven

  • Preheat oven at 200 C (390 F)
  • Place the potatoes onto a baking tray
  • Take a fork and smash the potatoes thinly, taking care, not to beak them
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes
  • Garnish with chaat masala, lemon juice, and coriander leaves

To make in an air fryer

  • Brush the air fryer basket with few drops of oil
  • Place the potatoes in the basket
  • Take a fork and smash the potatoes thinly, taking care, not to beak them
  • Air fry at 200 C (390 F) for 8-10 minutes
  • Garnish with chaat masala, lemon juice, and coriander leaves

To make on a stovetop

  • Add 1 teaspoon oil on a tawa or griddle
  • Place the potatoes on the tawa
  • Take a fork and smash the potatoes thinly, taking care, not to beak them
  • Place on high heat and fry until they are golden (5-6 minutes)
  • Carefully flip them and fry until both sides are golden
  • Garnish with chaat masala, lemon juice, and coriander leaves
Nutrition Facts
Masala Smashed Potatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 109 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 10mg0%
Potassium 407mg12%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 76IU2%
Vitamin C 19mg23%
Calcium 13mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Addie

    November 06, 2021 at 11:01 pm

    5 stars
    So crispy and delicious!

    Reply
  2. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

    November 07, 2021 at 2:38 am

    5 stars
    I never thought of making smashed potatoes in the air fryer. What a brilliant idea!

    Reply
  3. Giangi Townsend

    November 07, 2021 at 6:56 am

    5 stars
    Drooling over here just by looking at those wonderful potatoes morcels with all those wonderful spices. A perfect dish that I will try in my kitchen. Your explanations are so easy to follow, thank you.

    Reply
  4. Meryl

    November 07, 2021 at 7:42 am

    5 stars
    These potatoes are delicious! So crispy and good flavor! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  5. GRETA TALAS

    November 07, 2021 at 2:12 pm

    5 stars
    Looks so good! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  6. Gina Abernathy

    November 07, 2021 at 2:49 pm

    5 stars
    Baby potatoes that are smashed are so good. Slightly crunchy with lots of butter. YUM!

    Reply
  7. Sue

    November 08, 2021 at 10:45 am

    5 stars
    Must try!

    Reply

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