Name: Batata Harra - Spicy Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 or 3
Ingredients: 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-size cubes; 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp paprika; Fresh chili, finely chopped, or chili paste, to taste; Juice of 1 lemon; 3 tbsp olive oil; A handful of fresh coriander, leaves and stems, finely chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste

"Batata Harra, or 'hot potato' in Arabic, is a fiery Lebanese favorite featuring crispy potato cubes tossed in garlic, fresh chili, coriander, lemon juice, and warm spices. This addictive dish delivers bold, aromatic flavors in every bite. Ideal as a mezze component or versatile side."

🥗 Ingredients (9 items)

2 large potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-size cubes
5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp paprika
Fresh chili, finely chopped, or chili paste, to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
3 tbsp olive oil
A handful of fresh coriander, leaves and stems, finely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Method 3 Steps

1

Deep-fry the potato cubes in frying oil, air-fry them, or roast them in the oven with some olive oil until golden brown.
2

Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the 3 tbsp olive oil, followed by the garlic, chili, other spices, and salt. Stir-fry for 2 minutes, then add the already-fried potatoes and the fresh coriander. Toss until the potatoes are well coated, then remove from the heat.
3

Serve these spicy potatoes warm or at room temperature as a side dish or part of a mezze.

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🥗 Ingredients (9 items)

Method 3 Steps

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