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    Crispy Spiced Potatoes

    Published: Dec 25, 2020 by Ayeh 14 Comments

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    If I had to pick one favourite vegetable its a no brainer for me, its Potatoes! What makes potatoes even yummier is having them coated in a spice mix, smashed and double-cooked so they are super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

    These Crispy Spiced Potatoes are perfect to serve as a side dish alongside your favourite mains for Christmas lunch, a BBQ, or even a dinner party.

    They only need a handful of spices that make them super delicious with a gorgeous orange colour, but they can be made spicy or not spicy depending on your preference.

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    Ingredients to make Crispy Spiced Potatoes

    • Potatoes, I suggest using smaller white potatoes and not peeling them
    • Smoked Paprika, I love using paprika in this dish as it gives a beautiful sweet smoky flavour along with a bright orange colour once cooked
    • Cumin gives a nice earthy touch to the spice mix
    • Garlic, I prefer using fresh garlic cloves that have been minced or grated. You can also use garlic powder if you prefer
    • Extra virgin olive oil is always my oil of choice for most dishes, especially when roasting dishes in the oven. It can also be substituted with your oil of preference such as avocado oil or grapeseed oil

    Tips roasted spicy potatoes

    • Make sure to salt the cooking water when boiling the potatoes. This allows the flavour to be absorbed by the potatoes on the inside
    • It’s best to use smaller potatoes rather than larger potatoes as they will cook quicker and will be easier to smash and get more crispy
    • Make sure to use enough oil as the oil will help the potatoes crisp up. Without sufficient oil, the potatoes will still be roasted and taste great however they won’t be as crispy
    • The timing can vary depending on your oven so just keep an eye on the potatoes at 45 minutes. If you are using a gas oven or a strong oven, they will crisp up much quicker

    More Side Recipes

    • Honey Glazed Halloumi
    • Crispy Roasted Potatoes
    • Mediterranean Pasta Salad
    • Homemade Fries with Feta

    I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to tag @cookingwithayeh and share a photo on Instagram so I can share the love.

    Recipe

    Crispy Spiced Potatoes on an oven tray
    3.93 from 13 votes

    Crispy Spiced Potatoes

    My Crispy Spiced Potatoes recipe is super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making it the perfect side dish and a crowd favourite
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time45 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
    Keyword: crispy, family, potatoes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 229kcal
    Author: Ayeh
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    Ingredients

    • 1.5 kgs small white potatoes

    Spice Mix

    • 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 2 garlic cloves grated or minced
    • 5-6 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil plus more to top up
    • Sea salt to taste
    • Chili flakes or powder (optional)

    Instructions

    • Wash potatoes and boil in salted water until they are cooked
    • In the meantime, add spice mix to a small bowl
    • Once potatoes are cooked, drain into a large bowl
    • Preheat oven to 220°C/425°F
    • Pour spice mix on the potatoes and toss around so they are all nicely coated
    • Place potatoes on a greased oven tray, making sure there is space between them
    • Using a flat glass or small bowl, press down on each potato so that they flatten down. Don’t place too much force to mash them, however enough pressure to smash them down so they expand
    • Using a cooking brush, brush any leftover spice marinade into all the corners. If the potatoes seem dry, brush on some more olive oil so they are nicely coated
    • Place into the oven and cook for approx 45-60 minutes (depending on oven strength). You want a nice golden colour with a crisp outer layer
    • Serve on the side of your favourite meal and enjoy!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 826mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 269IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Liz

      March 19, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      I tried these out (made a whole batch just for myself) and I loved them! They’re so crispy, they remind me of chunky potato chips. The seasoning is not too overwhelming but adds a nice flavor. A very filling but low calories snack. Definitely worth trying.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 20, 2021 at 10:42 pm

        Love that! I can finish the whole tray myself too hehe xxx

        Reply
    2. Mandy

      April 26, 2021 at 5:56 am

      5 stars
      Made these tonight. So easy and so delicious! Love the crispy ness. Would recommend this recipe. . Thank you Ayeh x

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 27, 2021 at 5:29 pm

        Yum one of my favs!!

        Reply
    3. Marsha

      May 26, 2021 at 3:34 am

      Hi Ayeh… I haven’t made these yet but I want to. I’m in the US and I see the temp for oven is 425f for 45 min. Just verifying because that seems like a high heat/high cooking time ratio to me. Pls advise. Thanks

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        May 26, 2021 at 3:14 pm

        Hi lovely, yes that's correct as they need to crisp up. Of course all ovens are quite different in strength so if you do have a strong oven, keep an eye on them xxxx

        Reply
    4. Liz

      July 06, 2021 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      These turned out perfectly and are SO yummy! Very easy recipe, definitely recommend giving it a whirl. I’ll be using this seasoning on other veggies now too!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 12, 2021 at 11:03 am

        My fav way to eat potatoes 🙂 xxx

        Reply
    5. Lena

      September 19, 2021 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      The best potatoes in the world!

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      • Ayeh

        September 21, 2021 at 12:51 pm

        Hehe yayyyy so happy to hear xxx

        Reply
    6. Vaanya

      September 30, 2021 at 9:34 pm

      5 stars
      This reminds me of a crispy smashed potato dish I ate at an Indian restaurant. They were so flavourful and delicious and easy to make. The family demolished the entire thing in minutes. I also added some classic Indian spices to give it my own twist - cumin, coriander, turmeric and garam masala. With a nice big squeeze of lime and chopped cilantro to garnish. The perfect snack. Loveee your recipes Ayeh. Keep em coming!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        October 01, 2021 at 8:54 pm

        Aw love this, so happy to hear lovely xxx

        Reply
    7. Michelle

      December 22, 2021 at 7:50 am

      5 stars
      Hi! Could this recipe be done in Air fryer?

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        December 24, 2021 at 10:27 pm

        Sure thing dear! Reduce the cook time slightly x

        Reply

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