Lebanese Spicy Potatoes (Batata Harra)

Lebanese Spicy Potatoes (Batata Harra)

from feelgoodfoodie.net
45 min
8 servings

Batata Harra is a Lebanese spicy potatoes side dish that's full of flavor. Easy to make and perfect to serve as part of a mezze or with grilled meat dishes!

Ingredients

  • 8 medium gold potatoes (peeled and cut into cubes)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper (divided)
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro (divided)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Place the potatoes on the baking sheet in one layer, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil on top and season with salt. Roast until the potatoes reach a golden brown color and crisp, about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small pan. Add the garlic, 1 teaspoon of the crushed red pepper and half the cilantro. Sauté until the garlic is golden in color, about 2 minutes; remove from heat and set aside.

  4. 4

    Once the potatoes are roasted, transfer the garlic mixture on top of the potatoes and toss with the remaining cilantro and the red pepper flakes.

  5. 5

    Serve hot or warm with a squeeze of lemon juice on top, if desired