Smashed Potatoes with Kimchi Mayo
Crispy smashed potatoes topped with a creamy kimchi mayo, scallions, cilantro, and jalapeño. Baked twice for maximum crunch, these are perfect as a snack or side dish.
6 people
Calories: 242kcal
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- 1 lb fingerling potatoes or any small waxy potato
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Kimchi Mayo:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise vegan or regular
- 1/4 cup kimchi plus more if you like it strong
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- Pinch of salt
To finish:
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced scallions
- Lime juice
- Jalapeño slices
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Place potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with salt. Toss to coat evenly. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- While the potatoes bake, make the kimchi mayo. Add kimchi, mayonnaise, sesame oil, soy sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to a food processor. Blend until creamy and smooth.
- Chop the cilantro, scallions, and jalapeño. Set aside.
- Remove potatoes from the oven. Using a flat spatula, the bottom of a glass, or your hand with a kitchen towel, press each potato until flattened but still in one piece.
- Return the smashed potatoes to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 more minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Drizzle kimchi mayo generously over the hot potatoes. Top with scallions, cilantro, jalapeño slices, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Best potatoes: Fingerling, baby Yukon Gold, or any small creamy potato work great. The smaller the better.
- Air fryer option: After smashing, air fry at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes until crispy.
- Not all kimchi is vegan. Check labels for fish sauce, anchovy paste, or shrimp powder if that matters to you.
- Make ahead: The kimchi mayo keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days. The potatoes are best fresh from the oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg