Spicy Potatoes Recipe

Name: Spicy Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs. red potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced; 1 small onion, grated; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup tomatoes, grated; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1 pinch ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic, crushed; 3 bay leaves; 1/2 fresh lemon; 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dry saffron threads; 20 black olives, pitted; 1/2 preserved lemon

Servings: persons

2 lbs. red potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced
1 small onion, grated
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup tomatoes, grated
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic, crushed
3 bay leaves
1/2 fresh lemon
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry saffron threads
20 black olives, pitted
1/2 preserved lemon

1
Peel the potatoes and then thickly slice and place in a bowl of cold water.
2
Set aside.
3
Place a saucepan on medium heat, add olive oil, and proceed to cook the grated onions for about 4 minutes until they are almost melted.
4
Add the tomato, ginger, paprika, cumin, and garlic to the onions and cook for a further two minutes.
5
Drain the potatoes from the cold water, and then add them to the saucepan mixture.
6
Add to that the thinly sliced onions, the bay leaves and the fresh lemon half.
7
Add the parsley and cilantro and salt (to taste).
8
Toss all to make sure the potatoes are fully coated.
9
Add the saffron, and 1 1/2 cups hot water.
10
Bring to the boil.
11
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, which should be about 40-45 minutes.
12
Use a slotted serving spoon to transfer the potatoes to a serving dish cover and keep warm.
13
Dispose of the lemon.
14
Add the olives to the liquid that has remained in the saucepan and boil until the pan juices are reduced to a thick sauce.
15
Adjust the seasoning to taste, and then pour over the potatoes in the serving dish.
16
Garnish with the 1/2 preserved lemon.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs. red potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced, 1 small onion, grated, 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Spicy Potatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Potatoes

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