Crispy Smashed Potatoes in the Instant Pot
These Crispy Smashed Potatoes start by being made in the Instant Pot and finished off in the oven to save time! You'll love that this recipe can be made in the 30 minutes. The crispy garlic texture is loved by everyone.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes*
- 3 tbsp Avocado oil or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry your potatoes. Place 1 cup of water in the bottom of your instant pot. Add the potatoes to a steamer basket, and place inside the instant pot. Secure the lid and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes. Use a quick release.
- Meanwhile, set the oven to broil. Lightly grease a large baking sheet. Mix together the oil, lemon juice, and garlic.
- Once potatoes are done steaming in the Instant Pot, remove and place on the baking sheet. Gently "smash" the potatoes 1 of 2 ways: use a potato masher to gently press down on the potatoes. Or make 2 cuts using a knife to create a cross-- do not cut all the way through. Gently press down in the middle of the potato to smash.
- Brush the oil and garlic mixture on the potatoes. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Top with parmesan cheese. Transfer to the oven.
- Broil for 8-12 minutes, or until crispy brown. Serve hot with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Notes
*Use small Yukon gold potatoes. You can also substitute with red potatoes.