These roasted potatoes with harissa butter are spicy, flavorful, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. The potatoes are roasted until crispy and then tossed with a spicy and aromatic harissa butter. This easy-to-make dish is the perfect side for any meal and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the combination of tender potatoes, smoky harissa, and fragrant herbs in this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry the baby potatoes. Cut any larger potatoes in half to ensure even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, melted butter, harissa paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Add the baby potatoes to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the harissa butter mixture.
- Transfer the potatoes to a baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer.
- Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Sprinkle the fresh parsley and cilantro over the roasted potatoes and toss gently to evenly distribute the herbs.
- Serve the roasted potatoes with harissa butter as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Harissa is a spicy North African chili paste made from a blend of chili peppers and various spices. It adds heat and depth of flavor to dishes.
Roasting the potatoes at a high temperature helps to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the insides tender and fluffy.
The combination of harissa, garlic, and smoked paprika in the butter adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor to the potatoes.
The fresh herbs, parsley, and cilantro, add a burst of freshness and brightness to the dish.