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Batata Harra (Lebanese Potatoes)

This mouth-watering spicy and crispy Lebanese potato dish is extremely easy to make with a few simple ingredients. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 265 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast , Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Middle Eastern , Lebanese

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes (900-1000 grams)
  • 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (2 tablespoon + 1 tablespoon separately)
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tablespoon red pepper paste
  • 1 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 200 ℃ (390 ℉).
  2. Peel, wash, and cube the potatoes into 2 cm (¾ ") pieces.
  3. Place them on a baking sheet lined tray, without overlapping each other.
  4. Drizzle the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. 
  5. Then, roast the potatoes in the oven until they are golden brown, crispy, and fork-tender. This should take about 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.
  6. Prepare the sauce while the potatoes are roasting. Finely chop the garlic and place a pan over low heat.
  7. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan along with the chopped garlic.
  8. Gently sauté the garlic over low heat, without burning it. 
  9. Stir in the red pepper paste, chili flakes, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  10. Finally, add the chopped cilantro/coriander to the pan and remove it from the heat.
  11. Once the potatoes are cooked, toss them in the garlic and cilantro mixture before serving them with your favorite meal.
  12. Top off the dish with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with additional cilantro/coriander leaves for added flavor and freshness.

Notes

  • Use waxy potatoes like Yukon golds or red potatoes, as they hold their shape better than starchy potatoes like russets.
  • Cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet when cooking the potatoes, as this can lead to steaming and a less crispy texture.
  • Adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
  • Use fresh cilantro/coriander leaves and stems for the best flavor and freshness.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 265kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Sodium 460mg (19%) Potassium 947mg (27%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 428IU (9%) Vitamin C 44mg (49%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265

% Daily Value*

Calories 265kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Sodium 460mg 19%
Potassium 947mg 20%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 428IU 9%
Vitamin C 44mg 49%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.