Batata Harra (Spicy Lebanese Potatoes)

Bowl of spicy and herby potatoes with lemon wedges on the side.

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Batata Harra (Spicy Lebanese Potatoes)

This 5-ingredient recipe for Spicy Lebanese Potatoes, also known as Batata Harra, is incredibly easy to prepare and comes together in about 45 minutes. It works great as a side dish or as part of a mezze board.

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Levantine, Middle Eastern

Servings: people

Author: Luay Ghafari

Cost: $5

Ingredients

2-3 lbs Medium Potatoes - about 4-5 potatoes, cubed into 1" (2.5cm) pieces
1 tbsp Olive oil - You can also use cooking spray
Kosher salt and black pepper

Garlic and Cilantro Dressing

2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
2-4 Garlic cloves - finely minced
½ tsp Red pepper flakes - Optional, use more or less to taste
½ tsp Ground coriander spice - Optional, use more or less to taste
½ cup Cilantro - Finely chopped
Lemon wedges, extra cilantro and flaky salt for garnish

Instructions

Preheat. Preheat your oven to 400F/200C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare. Add the cubed potatoes to the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine and arrange the potatoes in a single layer.
Bake. Bake the potatoes until golden brown and cooked through, 25-30 minutes.
Dressing. To a small frying pan set on medium heat, add the olive oil and crushed garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant, but not burned. Add the chili flakes, coriander spice and chopped cilantro. Fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
Combine. Transfer the baked crispy potatoes to a serving dish and drizzle the dressing. Toss to combine. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of flaky salt.

Notes

Refer to the post above for step-by-step recipe photos.

Best types of potatoes to use: White, yellow, red-skinned or gold potatoes are best. Baby potatoes can also be used.

Other additions: Cayenne pepper, chili powder, fresh chili peppers, or sliced onions.

This recipe will pair perfectly as a side with Za’atar Chicken Thighs, Chicken Kafta, Beef Kafta, Arayes (kafta pita pockets), authentic shish tawook, shawarma and falafel.

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