Harissa Crispy Potatoes

Name: Harissa Crispy Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 2.5 lbs baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp harissa paste; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime lime, cut into wedges

Golden, crunchy roasted potato cubes coated in spicy harissa, cumin, and garlic. A trending North African side dish that steals the show on any plate. Crispy on the outside, tender within.

45 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

North AfricanSideOvenVegetarianVeganGluten-Free

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Ingredients

2.5 lbs baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp harissa paste
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F.
2

Toss 2.5 lbs cut into 1-inch cubes baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil in a large bowl until evenly coated.
3

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp harissa paste, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
4

Add the harissa mixture to the potatoes and toss well, ensuring every piece is coated with the spice blend.
5

Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
6

Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the edges, and tender inside.
7

Remove from oven and taste; adjust salt and spice if needed.
8

Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
9

Serve warm with 1 lime cut into wedges lime on the side for squeezing over the potatoes.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Harissa Crispy Potatoes need?

For Harissa Crispy Potatoes, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 30 minutes, in step 6.

What should Harissa Crispy Potatoes look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the edges, and tender inside.

What can I use instead of harissa in Harissa Crispy Potatoes?

The entry for Harissa Crispy Potatoes calls for 2 tbsp harissa paste. In its place: Mix a chili paste such as sambal oelek or sriracha with a pinch each of ground cumin, coriander and caraway, plus a little olive oil.

Is Harissa Crispy Potatoes spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Harissa Crispy Potatoes comes from 2 tbsp harissa paste. For a milder plate, start with half the harissa and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Harissa Crispy Potatoes?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 4 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 480 mg sodium.

How long does Harissa Crispy Potatoes keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Harissa Crispy Potatoes within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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