ZA’ATAR SPICED SMASHED
POTATOES
Using Garlic Tahini Sauce
Za’atar is a unique and versatile Middle Eastern spice blend of herbal, earthy, savory, tangy, and salty flavors. I mean, what’s not to love!
Vegan & Gluten Free
Ingredients
1lb mini Yukon gold potatoes (the best variety for this recipe)
1.5 tsp Za’atar spice blend (we used a pre-mixed one….it is readily available)
3 TBLS extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
Salt
1 tsp Baking soda (optional)
A small bunch of Italian flat-leaf parsley for garnish
Instructions:
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Wash and rinse potatoes, place them into med-sized pot, cover with water, use a heavy pinch of salt and bring them to a gentle boil. One Special Tip: Adding baking soda when boiling potatoes remove the pectin in the potato, drawing the starch to the surface, resulting in a more crispy potato.
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Cook for approx 20 mins. You should be able to stick a paring knife into the potato without resistance.
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Strain, pat dry, and allow to cool at room temperature for 30 mins.
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Next, mix the extra virgin olive oil, seasonings, and garlic in a small bowl
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On a flat surface, place a small piece of parchment paper over one potato one at a time and gently push down on the potato with the bottom of a jar or plate. What you want is the potato to smash but not break.
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Place smashed potatoes in a greased air fryer pan or on a lined baking sheet if you are baking in the oven
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Spoon the mixed seasoning and oil mixture over the top of each potato. Hit them with a dash of salt
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Cook In an air fryer or Preheated oven at 400 degrees for approximately 20 minutes until desired golden brown and crispiness.
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Remove them and allow to cool for 5 mins.
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Place onto your favorite serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley
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Dips perfectly with Plant Bomb Garlic Tahini.