Crispy Garlic-Parmesan Smashed Potatoes with Creamy Aioli
Enjoy these crispy garlic-parmesan smashed potatoes with a heavenly 2-minute homemade aioli that's Whole30 compliant and paleo-friendly. This perfect side dish or appetizer is dairy-free, gluten-free, and a guaranteed family favorite.
In a tall container, combine mashed garlic, egg, lemon juice, brown mustard, olive oil, and sea salt.
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Place an immersion blender at the bottom of the container, blend on high for 30 seconds, then slowly lift it to the surface until aioli becomes creamy. Set aside in the refrigerator.
POTATOES
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In a large pot, bring water to a boil, add potatoes, cook until fork-tender, then drain and allow to cool.
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Arrange potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Carefully press each potato with the back of a spoon, or your hand, to flatten without breaking them.
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Drizzle 2 tbsp melted ghee over each potato and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Combine minced garlic, chives, and the remaining 1 tbsp of ghee.
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Bake potatoes for 12 minutes, remove from the oven, then spread the garlic/ghee mixture on each potato and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until crisp and browned.
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Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer with reserved aioli.