Lebanese Spicy Potatoes Recipe
Lebanese Spicy Potatoes are a flavorful roasted side dish featuring golden, crispy potatoes tossed with a fragrant garlic and crushed red pepper mixture, finished with fresh cilantro and a bright squeeze of lemon. This simple yet vibrant recipe is perfect for adding a spicy kick to any meal.
- Author: Jeannette
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Lebanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Potatoes
- 8 medium gold potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
Seasoning & Garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper, divided
- 1 cup chopped cilantro, divided
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Preheat and prepare sheet pan: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Roast the potatoes: Spread the cubed potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast in the hot oven for about 30 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy. Be sure to flip them halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Prepare garlic and pepper mixture: While the potatoes roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper, and half of the chopped cilantro. Sauté the mixture until the garlic turns golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Toss potatoes with garlic mixture: Transfer the roasted potatoes to a bowl and pour the garlic and red pepper mixture over them. Add the remaining cilantro and remaining crushed red pepper flakes. Toss everything together thoroughly so the potatoes are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Serve: Serve the spicy potatoes hot or warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over, which enhances the dish with a bright, citrusy finish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure potatoes are spread out in a single layer and not overcrowded on the baking sheet.
- You can adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to suit your preferred spice level.
- These potatoes can be served as a side dish for grilled meats or as a spicy vegetarian main dish.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness rather than in the microwave.
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