BBQ Smashed Potatoes

Crispy edges, fluffy middles, garlicky goodness — and they hold their own next to Benny’s Sticky Bourbon Chicken or that Greek souvlaki wrap.

Why They’re Perfect for Vanlife:

• You can boil in advance, smash and store

• They reheat and crisp beautifully on the BBQ

• No fiddly ingredients — just big flavour

🧾 Ingredients:

• 8–10 small potatoes (baby new or Charlottes work best)

• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 1 tsp garlic powder (or fresh minced if you’re feeling chefy)

• 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme

• Salt & pepper

• Squeeze of lemon (optional)

🔥 Method:

1. Pre-cook the potatoes
   Boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 mins). Drain and cool slightly.

2. Smash ’em
   Gently press each one flat with the bottom of a mug or pan — don’t mash, just crack them open like they’ve had a long day.

3. Oil and season
   Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic, herbs, salt and pepper.

4. Grill on the BBQ
   Place on foil or directly on the griddle. Flip after 5–7 mins or when crispy. Serve hot with a cheeky squeeze of lemon if you like.

🧠 Vanlife Tip:

Make a double batch and reheat in a frying pan the next morning with eggs and leftover bacon.