Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes)
A recipe for Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes)! Potatoes are roasted until golden, then tossed in a spiced olive oil mixture.
Servings 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium-sized Idaho or Yukon Gold Potatoes peeled and cut into 1 1/4 inch (3 centimeter) cubes
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 peeled raw garlic cloves or 5 confit garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon chile flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Large handful of cilantro leaves chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C).
- Put the potatoes in a large, low-sided roasting pan, toss through the 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) of olive oil and a good pinch each of salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 30 minutes until crisp and golden all over.
- In a small bowl, crush the garlic cloves, then mix in the chile flakes, cumin, smoked paprika, and chopped cilantro, along with the extra virgin olive oil.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven, toss in the spice mix, and serve immediately.