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Baked Batata Harra

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A bold and flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired potato dish, Baked Batata Harra is tossed in a garlicky chili tomato sauce and roasted until crispy. Paired with a cooling yogurt-tahini dip, it’s the perfect spicy side or snack. Naturally vegan and irresistibly delicious!
Servings 4 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk or fork
  • Garlic press or grater

Ingredients

For the Potatoes:

  • 4-5 pcs medium potatoes (cubed)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

For the sauce:

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp paprika powder (optional)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 handful fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Juice of ½ lemon

For Yogurt-Tahini Dip:

  • 1 cup soy yogurt (or regular yogurt)
  • t tbsp tahini
  • 1 clove garlic (grated)
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • salt (to taste)

Instructions

  • Roast the Potatoes:
    - Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika. Spread on a lined baking tray and roast for 40-50 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.
  • Prepare the Sauce:
    - Heat olive oil in a wok or pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste, chili flakes, and seasoning. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Add chopped parsley, lemon juice and a splash of water if it thickens too much.
  • Combine:
    - Add the roasted potatoes to the sauce and toss until fully coated and mix.
  • Prepare the Dip:
    - In a bowl, mix soy yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, grated garlic, and salt. Adjust consistency with water if needed
  • Serve:
    - Spread the dip on a serving plate, top with the spicy potatoes, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 168mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 727IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 1mg
Calories: 251kcal
Cost: $6
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: baked spicy potatoes, Batata Harra, Batata Harra with dip, Lebanese potato dish, Vegan Middle Eastern Recipe