Crispy Smash Potatoes with Smoked Tallow Mayo & Charred Lemon

This recipe turns simple potatoes into something insanely good — crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and topped with a smoky, tangy, unbelievably creamy tallow mayo sauce.

Equipment

Pot
Baking sheet
Fork or glass (for smashing)
Mixing bowl
whisk
Small pan (for charring the lemon)
Oven

Ingredients

0.5 cups tallow mayo
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
0.5 charred lemon (optional but amazing)
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
Salt & pepper to taste
1 kg baby potatoes
2 tbsp beef tallow (for roasting)
Salt & coarse black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Boil the Potatoes
Place baby potatoes in a pot of cold salted water.
Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender (15–20 minutes).
Drain and let them steam dry for a few minutes.
Smash & Season
Preheat your oven to 220°C.
Place potatoes on a baking sheet.
Use the bottom of a glass or a fork to lightly smash each potato.
Drizzle with melted beef tallow.
Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Roast Until Crispy
Bake for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until the edges are golden, crunchy, and irrMake the Smoked Tallow Mayo
In a bowl, whisk together:
Tallow mayo
Smoked paprika
Dijon mustard
Lemon juice
Garlic
If using: cut a lemon in half and press it cut-side down in a hot pan until charred.
Squeeze the smoky, caramelised lemon into the mayo.
Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
Serve
Transfer crispy smash potatoes to a plate.
Generously spoon or drizzle the smoked tallow mayo over the top.
Add toppings: chives, parsley, Parmesan, bacon — whatever you like.

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Crispy Smash Potatoes with Smoked Tallow Mayo & Charred Lemon

Crispy Smash Potatoes with Smoked Tallow Mayo & Charred Lemon

Equipment

Ingredients

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