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    Get Set Vegan » Appetizers » Battata Harrah

    Published: Aug 22, 2019 · Modified: Jul 17, 2022 by Hawwa · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Battata Harrah

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    Batata Harrah or Batata Harra is a traditional Lebanese recipe that is very simple to make and requires very little preparation. These are Lebanese spicy potatoes boiled, fried, and then coated in spices, cilantro, and lime.

    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl topped with cilantro and chilies

    As an appetizer, a side dish, or a mid-day lunch, these spiced potatoes are must to have. Try it once and you’ll never forget the aroma and taste! They are vegan and gluten-free.

    If you are a potato lover like me, Try out these amazing Vegan Potato Recipes, and do let me know which one is you are favorite.

    Lebanese Spicy Potatoes

    Lebanese cuisine is packed with some amazing vegan dishes. It’s not only about falafel and hummus but a lot more intense and delicious. Batata Harra is a Lebanese dish that is served as an appetizer whenever you dine out in Lebanon. It is Basically fried potatoes with a kick of red chili and garlic.   

    Fried potatoes? Did someone say fried potatoes? Quite right ... and if you love the crispy potato slices or cubes as much as I do, then today's recipe will surely put you in culinary ecstasy.

    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl topped with cilantro and chilies

    Things you’ll Need

    • Oil:  for frying crispy potatoes after boiling. Olive oil for frying seasoning.
    • Potatoes: The heart of the recipe and everyone’s favorite.
    • Garlic: Minced garlic will drive flavor and traditional aroma to the dish.    
    • Red Chili Paste: because after all, they are spicy potatoes.
    • Lemon: This will add a tangy twist to the dish.
    • Salt: For the taste of course.
    Batata Harrah closeup

    How to Make Batata Harah

    For the spicy Lebanese Potatoes you have to  

    1.  First Peel and cut potatoes into cubes.
    2. Boil for 5 minutes in salted water.
    3. Drain.
    4. Heat canola oil and fry boiled potatoes until crisp. Remove onto a paper towel-lined plate.  
    5. In another pan heat Olive oil and fry minced garlic, chili paste, lemon juice, and finely chopped cilantro. Sauté and add the potatoes. Mix well.  
    6. Garnish with some more cilantro and Serve Immediately Enjoy! 
    Step by step process of batata harrah

    What to Serve with Batata Harra

    For serving, you can complete your little "mezze" with a fresh salad. you can prepare a simple tomato salad as an extra. Dice or finely chop tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and ginger and add a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, light balsamic vinegar, mustard, agave syrup, Mix salt and pepper, this salad complement the dish very well.

    The second thing you can do is make the coriander sauce. It will make it more delicious than before and looks perfect for the serving. My trick works for making it look decent with no effort at all. 

    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl topped with cilantro and chilies

    Making in Advance

    Batata harra is a kind of dish that I will never suggest to make ahead of time. They taste divine when fresh just like french fries, but get soggy and taste less if you prepare them in advance.

    Still, If you want to prepare them ahead of time, you can boil potatoes in advance but fry and season them just before serving.

    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl side view

    Quick Tips  

    The following tips will help you prepare the perfect delicious Lebanese Batata Harra recipe! 

    1. Always remember to give the potatoes a toss halfway through cooking. It will help bring a golden brown color and make them taste crispier.  
    2. If you want them softly spiced potatoes, you can keep them in salted water for more time but crispy ones taste better.  
    3. If you do not have chili paste you can use chili flakes instead.
    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl topped with cilantro and chilies

    Other Vegan Potato Recipe

    If you like Batata Harra you may also like VEGAN OVEN-BAKED LOADED FRIES or CRISPY SMASHED POTATOES.

    Move over fries, for me, Batata Harra is the best potato-based dish in the world. I wish you a good appetite and look forward to your feedback on this recipe. How did you prepare it and can you recommend other vegan delicacies from Lebanon or the Middle East? 

    Batata Harrah served in a Bowl topped with cilantro and chilies

    Batata Harrah

    Hawwa
    Batata Harrah or batata harra is a traditional Lebanese spicy potatoes recipe that is very simple to make and requires very little preparation. 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    25 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 3
    Calories 1497 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cup Canola oil (For Frying)
    • 3 medium Potatoes
    • 1 tsp Olive oil
    • 1 tbs Garlic minced
    • 3 tsp Red Chili Paste
    • 1 Lemon
    • To Taste Salt

    Instructions
     

    • Peel and cut potatoes in cubes. Boil for 5 minutes in salted water.
    • Heat canola oil and fry potatoes until crisp. Remove onto a paper towel-lined plate.
    • In another pan heat oil and fry minced garlic, chili paste, lemon juice, and finely chopped cilantro, sauté then add the potatoes and mix well.
    • Garnish with some more cilantro and Serve Immediately Enjoy!

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    Notes

    • If you want them softly spiced potatoes, you can keep them in salted water for more time but crispy ones taste better.  
    • You can get your favorite dip or make one yourself for more flavor. For this purpose, you may choose the traditional Lebanese style.  
    • Before serving, you can also use coriander as a topping. It will add more color to it. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1497kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 5gFat: 150gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 42gMonounsaturated Fat: 95gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 39mgPotassium: 947mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 61mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Sapna says

      May 10, 2021 at 5:07 am

      5 stars
      Hello, I found your website while searching for a Lebanese garlic potato recipe.
      Just finished making them and thoroughly enjoyed eating them.
      The only change I made was not to deep fry the potatoes. Of course that changed the crispness but the taste was still great.
      Can’t wait to try some of your other recipes. Love your videos and the step by step photos.
      Thank you for all your efforts in preparing, posting & sharing your recipes with us.
      Cheers, Sapna

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    2. Tienda de Alimentación says

      October 22, 2019 at 6:30 am

      Good post

      Reply
      • Get Set Vegan says

        October 22, 2019 at 9:59 am

        Thank you so much 🙂

        Reply

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