Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes)

Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes)

Batata Harra (Spicy Potatoes)

Batata harra are of Lebanese origin, but are also a popular street food in Pakistan with their own twist. Potatoes are par boiled then tossed in a spice blend containing paprika, sumac, garlic, and onion. They are then fried and topped with a yogurt sauce, chopped tomatoes and green onions, and sprinkled with chat masala for an added kick.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Pakistani
Keyword: Pakistani, side dish, South Asian, vegetables
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 3 medium potatoes peeled; cut into 1/2” cubes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 small tomato seeded and diced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1/2 tsp chat masala
  • vegetable oil

Spice Mix

  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Yogurt Sauce

  • 3 tbsp yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Mix together the yogurt sauce ingredients. Set aside.
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  • Mix together the spice mix. Set aside.
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  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add in the salt and vinegar. Add in the potatoes and boil for just 4 minutes. Drain the potatoes.
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  • Place the potatoes in a bowl. Toss with the spice mix.
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  • Heat up the cooking oil in a sauté pan over medium high heat. Add in the potatoes.
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  • Fry the potatoes for 8 minutes in total.
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  • Plate the potatoes. Drizzle the yogurt sauce over. Top with the tomatoes and green onions. Sprinkle on chat masala.
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Pakistani, side dish, vegetables