Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
Crispy smashed potatoes with smoked salmon and cucumbers are the ultimate better-than-takeout appetizer. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to perfectly crispy edges and creamy centers. The golden, crispy outsides and soft, fluffy insides will make your taste buds dance. Start by boiling the potatoes, then smash them and cook until crispy. Top with smoked salmon, cucumbers, and a tangy cream cheese sauce for a delightful combination of flavors. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Delicious Mexican Street Corn Salad and Zesty Thai Chopped Salad.
Why This Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy edges and creamy centers
- Easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes
- Better than takeout and perfect for any occasion
- Versatile – serve as an appetizer or light meal
What You'll Need for Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 large cucumber
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dill
- Chives
- Optional: Sour cream
- Optional: Fresh dill
- Optional: Red onion
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Baby potatoes: Use small to medium-sized potatoes for even cooking.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Stainless Steel Pot — Even heat distribution for perfectly cooked potatoes. → See on Amazon
- Potato Masher — Mashes potatoes to the perfect consistency for crispy edges. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
- Boil potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- Smash potatoes: Smash potatoes with a potato masher until they're about 1/4-inch thick.
- Cook potatoes: Cook smashed potatoes in a pan over medium heat until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare toppings: Thinly slice cucumber and chop smoked salmon. Mix cream cheese with a bit of milk until smooth.
- Assemble: Top crispy smashed potatoes with smoked salmon, cucumber slices, and a dollop of cream cheese sauce. Garnish with fresh dill and chives.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking the smashed potatoes to ensure they crisp up properly. If they seem to be sticking, add a bit more oil.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy potatoes, you can broil them for a minute or two after flipping to get the top side crispy as well.
- Pro tip: To make this dish ahead, prepare the potatoes and toppings separately. Reheat the potatoes in the oven and assemble just before serving.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Potatoes can be smashed and cooked ahead of time. Reheat and assemble before serving.
Freezing Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Microwave can make potatoes soggy. Reheat in the oven if possible.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the cream cheese sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute smoked salmon with cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare potatoes and toppings separately. Reheat and assemble before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crisping up, try adding a bit more oil or increasing the heat slightly.
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Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 large cucumber
- 4 oz cream cheese
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dill
- Chives
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Fresh dill
- Red onion
Instructions
- Boil potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- Smash potatoes: Smash potatoes with a potato masher until they're about 1/4-inch thick.
- Cook potatoes: Cook smashed potatoes in a pan over medium heat until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare toppings: Thinly slice cucumber and chop smoked salmon. Mix cream cheese with a bit of milk until smooth.
- Assemble: Top crispy smashed potatoes with smoked salmon, cucumber slices, and a dollop of cream cheese sauce. Garnish with fresh dill and chives.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the cream cheese sauce.
- Best substitution: Substitute smoked salmon with cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare potatoes and toppings separately. Reheat and assemble before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crisping up, try adding a bit more oil or increasing the heat slightly.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Microwave can make potatoes soggy. Reheat in the oven if possible.
- Make ahead: Potatoes can be smashed and cooked ahead of time. Reheat and assemble before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the potatoes and toppings separately. Reheat the potatoes and assemble before serving.
Ensure you're not overcrowding the pan and that the potatoes have enough oil. You can also broil them for a minute or two to crisp up the top side.
Yes, but baby potatoes have a better texture and size for this recipe. If using regular potatoes, cut them into smaller pieces.
These crispy smashed potatoes are great on their own or served with a side salad, like our Delicious Mexican Street Corn Salad or Zesty Thai Chopped Salad.
Freezing can make potatoes soggy. It's best to make these fresh.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon & Cucumbers and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
