Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon

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Creamy, buttery potatoes smashed with herbs and topped with silky smoked salmon for a simple coastal feast. This Vietnamese recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs baby potatoes, unsalted butter, fresh chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Danish cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil potatoes in salted water (1/2 tsp salt) until fork-tender (20-25 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
  2. Step 2: Add 60g butter and 1/4 tsp black pepper to potatoes, then smash with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped chives and 1 tbsp lemon juice until combined.
  4. Step 4: Divide potatoes onto plates, top with 150g smoked salmon, and dollop with 50g sour cream. Garnish with extra chives and lemon zest.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Summerhouse Smashed Potatoes with Smoked Salmon?

Danish vietnamese like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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