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Batata Harra (Spicy Lebanese Potatoes)

Batata Harra are Lebanese Spicy Potatoes with cilantro. Typically the potatoes are diced and fried, but we're making them extra crispy and skipping the frying step altogether! Tossed in a spicy coriander lemony sauce at the end, these potatoes are to die for!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: sides
Calories: 251kcal
Author: Marzia

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon gold potatoes diced into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 tablespoons ghee or high heat oil, like avocado
  • 1 teaspoon coriander seed crushed up
  • 5 cloves garlic minced garlic
  • ½ -1½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro divided
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice + zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  • PARBOIL: Heat a large pot of water until boiling. Add a generous tablespoon of kosher salt along with the baking soda and potatoes; stir to combine. Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
  • POTATOES: Allow the potatoes to come back to a boil and cook about halfway through, about 8-10 minutes. Test using a paring knife, it should go through with some resistance. Drain the potatoes, place them back in the same pot. Add 1 tablespoon of ghee and a big pinch of salt and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • ROAST: When the oven is preheated, line with parchment if desired, I usually skip it. Spray sheet pan with cooking spray and quickly spread potatoes out in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes. Then toss and continue baking for another 8 minutes or until the potatoes are golden.
  • LEMON CILANTRO SAUCE: Once you toss the potatoes, heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons of ghee. When hot, add the coriander seeds, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Continue to cook for 30-45 seconds or until the garlic is fragrant. Add cilantro, add 2 tbsps juice, and the lemon zest to the pan. Stir to combine; remove from heat. Add the remaining lemon juice and stir together.
  • TOSS AND SERVE: When the potatoes are done, toss them in the lemon and cilantro sauce, return to the baking sheet. Bake for another 5 minutes then sprinkle with remaining cilantro and serve warm with roasted chicken or whatever else you like!

Nutrition

Serving: 1/5th | Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 5g
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