Batata Harra Recipe

Batata Harra Recipe

From: Lebanon

By: Hala Ezzeddine

There is a saying amongst the Lebanese: "If you can't find a spice, make one." Lebanon is are known for their blend of spices and flavors such as cardamom and cumin. This dish is made with potatoes and spices and often eaten warm or cold.

Potatoes are a staple of Lebanese cuisine, and this is one of the most common ways to prepare them. This simple recipe by local home cook, Hala, prepped in under 20 minutes is the perfect crowd pleaser. 

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  • Prep Time

    Less than 10 min

  • Cook Time

    Less than 30 min

  • Serves

    8+

  • Meal Type

    Appetizer

  • Dietary Stuff

    Vegetarian

  • Difficulty

    Easy - Common Ingredients & Basic Skills

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How to Prepare Batata Harra

Ingredients:

1 cup cilantro
3-4 garlic cloves
8 medium potatoes
2 tbsp Olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp chili flakes

Instructions:

Peel and wash potatoes.

Cut potatoes into small or medium cubes.

Preheat oil. Fry potatoes in oil.

Meanwhile, crush garlic and chop cilantro.

In large skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil. Add chili flakes.

Let sauté for about 1 minute. Add cilantro and sauté another 3 minutes.

Finally, add fried potato. Toss together for 2 more minutes.

Season with salt to taste.

How to Serve Batata Harra

These go with absolutely everything, but Hala recommends serving with fish.

Tips for Making this Batata Harra Recipe

Choose the right type of potatoes! Any roasting potato is good and Yukon Gold or Russets work well.

You can add more or less chili flakes, to your preference. You can even use fresh minced chili, cayenne or chili powder.

What is Batata Harra?

Batata Harra is a dish that originated in Lebanon and is popular throughout the Middle East. The name "batata harra" translates to "spicy potato" in Arabic.

It is made with small cubes of potato that are sautéed with garlic, chili peppers, and cilantro, and it is often served as a side dish or appetizer.

How Spicy is Batata Harra?

Batata Harra can be as spicy as you like based on the amount of chili peppers used.

Some versions of the dish are quite spicy, while others are milder. If you are sensitive to spicy foods, you can adjust the recipe to suit your taste by using fewer chili peppers or omitting them altogether. You can also add more cilantro, which can help to balance out the heat from the chili peppers.

What Do You Serve With Batata Harra?

Serve Batata Harra with grilled meat, falafel, salads, hummus, pita, or tzatziki! It is a delicious side dish or snack.

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