Portuguese Smashed Potatoes – Batatas à Murro

Step 1

Preheat the oven at 200°C.

Step 2

Boil the baby potatoes until fork tender (about 10-15 minutes). Drain the potatoes, then pat them dry with a clean cloth.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, crushed garlic cloves, sweet paprika, and fresh thyme and rosemary to taste.

Step 4

Place the potatoes on a baking tray, brush their surface with the olive oil mixture. Season with black pepper and salt.

Step 5

Bake for approx. 20 minutes or until the skin gains a golden-brown colour. Season with more salt and black pepper if needed, before serving.