Middle Eastern Style Roasted Potatoes Recipes

SPICY MIDDLE EASTERN ROASTED POTATOES {BATATA HARRA}

Steps:

• Heat oven to 450 degrees F. Wash and cut potatoes into 1 inch cubes. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the potatoes and cook for three minutes. Drain in a colander. Return the pot to the stove over a low flame. Add potatoes back to the pot in two batches to cook off any remaining moisture, stirring so the potatoes don't stick. Transfer to a bowl.
• Combine the two oils, 1/2 teaspoon of harissa and ground pepper, and drizzle over the potatoes. Stir gently to coat the potatoes. Line a rimmed baking sheet with tin foil, spread the potatoes in a single layer. Put them in the oven to roast and, after 10 minutes, stir in the garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of harissa, chili flakes, red bell pepper and half of the cilantro.
• Return to the oven for another 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and nicely browned. Stir once halfway through the cooking. Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
• Serve warm or at room temperature, adding the remaining cilantro just before serving.

BATATA HARRA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Place the potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, and toss well.
• Roast in the oven for 40 minutes flipping halfway through or until the potatoes are crispy on the outside, and fork-tender.
• Pat dry the potatoes before frying them. In a large pot or pan, heat oil to 350°F (180°C).
• Add the potatoes to the oil, and fry for about 15 minutes or until they're golden brown.
• Remove from oil, and drain on a paper towel.
• To a pan, add olive oil, garlic, and chili flakes and cook for a minute over low-medium heat or until the garlic is fragrant. Add the paprika and fresh cilantro, followed by the cooked potatoes.
• Toss until the potatoes are well coated, remove from pan and serve in a serving dish.
• Garnish with extra fresh cilantro, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the potatoes before serving. Serve hot.

ZA'ATAR ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine potatoes and olive oil in a large bowl and mix well. Sprinkle potatoes with za'atar, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer potatoes to the prepared baking sheet.
• Set baking sheet on the lowest rack of a cold oven and heat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Roast until potatoes are golden brown and tender, 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through.

MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE ROASTED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F / 220°C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a small bowl, mix together the spices until well combined.
• In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with the olive oil and spice mix until potatoes are evenly coated (or you can do this directly on the baking sheet).
• Transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet and spread in an even layer without crowding them. Potatoes roast best if there is some space between them, otherwise they will steam.
• Transfer to the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until potatoes are golden brown, stirring once halfway through cooking time.
• Before serving, toss with fresh herbs and re-season with salt and pepper, if needed. Serve with a lemon wedges for anyone who likes to add a little extra zing! Enjoy!

ROASTED NEW POTATOES, MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F Wash the potatoes and cut any larger ones so the pieces are all roughly the same size.
• Put into an ovenproof dish and toss with the olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes or until golden and brown, shaking the dish halfway through the cooking time.
• Sprinkle with lemon juice and cilantro, toss gently, and serve.