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Batata Harra (Lebanese Spicy Potatoes)
4.9 from 16 votes

Batata Harra (Lebanese Spicy Potatoes)

Batata harra is a spicy Middle Eastern potato side dish. It calls for just a few ingredients and is easy to make. Crispy and tender potatoes are tossed in a spicy garlic and cilantro sauce and finished with a squeeze of lemon.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 211 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Lebanese

Ingredients

  • 4 russet potato
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lemon juice of

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat it with cooking spray.
  2. Wash and dry the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into cubes and toss them with 2 tbsp olive oil. Arrange the potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer, make sure they're not overlapping.
  3. Roast the potatoes in the oven for 40 minutes, flip them halfway through using a spatula.
  4. To make the sauce, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for one minute and add the tomato paste, cayenne pepper, paprika and chili flakes. Stir for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Add the potatoes and chopped cilantro. Give it a stir and add the lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • It's best to serve these potatoes right away, however, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or the microwave. 
  • If you like the potatoes spicier, add more cayenne pepper or some harissa. To make less spicy potatoes, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper. 
  • Don't overcrowd the pan so they potatoes get crispy on all sides. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 211kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g (35%) Sodium 248mg (10%) Potassium 709mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 550IU (11%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 211

% Daily Value*

Calories 211kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 248mg 10%
Potassium 709mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 550IU 11%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

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