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Batata Harra (Lebanese Roasted Potatoes)
Batata Harra is a traditional Lebanese side dish featuring crispy potatoes tossed with a flavorful mix of spices, garlic and fresh herbs. Whether deep-fried, air-fried or roasted, this versatile recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 141 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes Russet or Yukon gold
- 1 Tablespoon olive or avocado oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 3-4 Tablespoons Cilantro or parsley minced
- 2-3 Tablespoons Dill minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon EACH ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika or red pepper flakes, salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and peel potatoes. Cut them into small, even-sized cubes. Place them in a large bowl of water and ice and soak for 10-15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and pat dry with a paper towel. Cook the potatoes via the desired cooking method below.
- Deep-Fry Potatoes: Heat about 1 inch of canola oil in a deep pan to 350ºF. Fry the potatoes in batches, for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Air-Fry Potatoes: Toss the potatoes in a Tablespoon of oil and air fryer on 400ºF for 15 minutes, toss halfway through, or until golden and crispy.
- Roast Potatoes: Toss the potatoes in a Tablespoon of oil and bake in a pre-heated 400ºF oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Assemble: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil and garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the cooked potatoes, herbs and spices. Toss to combine, then turn off the heat. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
141kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Sodium
10mg
(0%)
Potassium
647mg
(18%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
15IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 141kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 647mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.