Roasted Potatoes with Harissa Butter

Harissa is North African chile paste that definitely packs a punch. In this recipe, I mixed it with butter and tossed it with roasted potatoes for a quick, delicious side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 252 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 lemon, zested
• 2 tablespoons harissa paste
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
• 3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Rinse potatoes in a colander to remove excess starch. Drain.

Step 3

Place potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl; add 1 tablespoon oil and salt and toss to coat. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Stir, cover again, and microwave until fork-tender, about 2 minutes more. Drain well.

Step 4

Spread potatoes on the lined baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining oil and toss to coat. Spread out in an even layer.

Step 5

Roast in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir and continue roasting until evenly browned, about 5 minutes more.

Step 6

Meanwhile, combine butter, harissa, cilantro, and lemon zest in the same bowl. Mash together with a fork. Taste and season with salt if needed. Add potatoes to the harissa butter and toss. Serve immediately.