Serve these easy Blackstone smashed potatoes as a delicious crispy potato side dish. This Blackstone side dish is going to take center stage in your dinner! Blackstone potatoes are easy to prep and cook, and the texture of the grilled smashed potatoes is out of this world. This is a new way to elevate your potato game to a whole new level.
If you are looking for a baby potato recipe, give this griddle potatoes recipe a try. Simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Pair with my easy Smash Burgers on Blackstone. Make sure to try my loaded hashbrowns as well-made on the Blackstone.
Potatoes on the Blackstone work great. The griddle is screaming hot, so you get that perfect sear and crispy potato skin texture. Then, you can season your potatoes on the griddle with your favorite spices. This recipe also works with leftover potatoes for that crispy smashed potato skins and a creamy interior! Head over and try this flat-top griddle.
Why This Smashed Baby Potatoes Recipe Is A Must Make
Simple Ingredients – Raid your pantry and you probably have all the items on hand. This recipe uses simple ingredients but you find it offers big flavor.
Season To Your Liking – I used salt, pepper and oil to season my smashed new potatoes. If you want reach for fresh or dried herbs, creole seasoning, Mrs. Dash, etc. Feel free to flavor the potatoes as you wish.
Affordable – A budget friendly side dish that is quick to throw together and very affordable. Kids and adults will enjoy this side dish recipe.
Ingredients You Will Need
Potatoes—You can use petite potatoes for this recipe or cut Yukon gold potatoes, petite red potatoes, etc. I find the little potatoes offer the perfect fluffy interior you will crave.
Oil – You can use a cooking oil of choice for this recipe.
Water—You will need water to help soften the potatoes as they steam. Once the potatoes are softened, you will work on their crispy edges.
Salt and Pepper—For this easy side dish, I used just salt and pepper to flavor it, but any type of seasoning you would like works. I did use plenty of kosher salt to help enhance the natural flavors of the potatoes.
Supplies Needed
- Blackstone Griddle – or other Grill (Can bake in oven)
- Cast Iron Press – Or cup to smash the potatoes
- Stock pot – To boil the potatoes
- Spatula – I love this larger spatula it works great for flipping the potatoes.
How to Make
Full directions on how to make Blackstone smashed potatoes are in the printable recipe card below. This is a quick walk through.
Step 1: First thing you will do is wash your potatoes and then pour them in a large pot.
Step 2: Next, add in enough water to cover the potatoes by an inch or two. Then add a splash of oil and a little salt.
Step 3: Bring your potatoes to a boil, and let them cook for around 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. When done drain and let cool a bit.
Step 4: Heat up your Blackstone Griddle on high heat, and let it get hot. Add a splash of oil to the griddle, and then place your potatoes on the grill.
Step 5: Use a spatula, cup, or a cast iron press and press down the potatoes to smash them.
Step 6: Drizzle with more oil, and add on your seasonings. I did salt and pepper to season our potatoes. Let cook for around 4-5 minutes.
Step 7: Flip the potatoes over and grill the other side. Repeat with a little more oil, and seasoning to the potatoes.
Storage Of Leftovers
If you happen to have leftovers you can store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat warm in the microwave or opt to heat up in a skillet on the stove.
You will find the texture of the potatoes alters a bit once it is cooled and refrigerated. Pan cooking helps to crisp back up the potatoes a bit.
Variations To Recipe
Here are a few ways to change up the smashed potatoes on the Blackstone Griddle! Have fun and create a dish you enjoy.
- Sprinkle on fresh herbs – parsley, Italian seasoning, rosemary, etc.
- Spices – Sprinkle with a season salt, Cajun, garlic, etc.
- Add a few dollops of butter as you cook on the griddle, and then toss in some minced garlic.
- Use any style of small potato. Or cut up russets into quarters.
- You can easily make garlic butter and add it to the potatoes to bring out their natural flavors. You can use fresh or jarred garlic.
- Mix in some crispy bacon for a crunchy and salty pairing. You could even thin-slice onions to mix in. Yellow or white onion works best.
Also, try out my twice baked potatoes with jalapenos and bacon for another spud loving side dish.
Helpful Tips
- Make sure your potatoes are fork-tender before removing them from the boiling water.
- Smashing the potatoes is easy to do; don’t press too hard, or it can break up your potatoes.
- Make sure to have the griddle hot and drizzled with oil before you place it on your potatoes.
- Use a cup or spatula to smash the potatoes if you don’t have a cast iron press. A burger press or even a potato masher works great for getting the smash potatoes.
- Flip over once they are a golden brown color. Then cook the other side until done.
- Serve alone as a side, or pair with your favorite dipping sauce.
FAQs
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Blackstone Smashed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound small potatoes new potatoes
- Water to cover the potatoes when boiling
- Coarse Sea Salt to taste
- Cracked Pepper to taste
- 2-4 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- Add your potatoes in a pot and then pour water and salt into a pot and then add a little oil to help prevent the potatoes from overflowing the pot.
- Boil your potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. Once tender drain and allow the potatoes to cool slightly.
- Heat your Blackstone griddle on high, and squirt with a little bit of oil.
- Place your cooked potatoes on the griddle, and then use a cast iron press and press down on the potatoes, smashing it.
- Drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Or you can add other spices on if you want.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes, and then flip the potatoes over once golden brown. Repeat with the oil and seasoning on the other side of the potatoes.
- Once the potatoes are fully cooked, remove and serve up these smashed potatoes with your favorite main dish.
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Comments & Reviews
Maxine says
I just made these for supper and oh my gosh were they good. They were the first thing gone! From 75 to 2yr old they were a hit and so easy to make!
Kelsey says
So glad you and your family enjoyed it <3!