Spicy Potatoes
Spicy Potatoes is a flavorful Lebanese dish that combines tender potatoes with a medley of aromatic spices, offering a delightful kick. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare, this dish makes for a satisfying and hearty lunch.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Lebanese
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Potatoes - 400 grams
- Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the diced potatoes.
- Cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes, or until just tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the cooked potatoes to the skillet along with ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the potatoes gently to coat them evenly with the spices and cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing them to get crispy and golden.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbs: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from potatoes.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil.
Tags
LebaneseHalalLunch