Potatoes, the culinary canvas that they are, make for the perfect foundation for a number of flavour profiles. In this recipe, we’re diving into the world of garlic and butter roasted potatoes. The end result? A tantalizing blend of garlic and rich butter flavours, that have a beautifully crispy exterior and a soft, pillowy interior.

Ingredients:

  • 3 Medium Yellow Potatoes
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Your Potatoes: Begin by giving your potatoes a thorough cleaning. You have the option to peel them or leave the skin on, with the latter resulting in a crispier exterior once they’re cooked. Cut the potatoes into approximately half-inch chunks, making it easier to ensure consistent sizes. Start by quartering the potatoes, and you’re on the right track.
  2. Mince your Garlic: Finely mince your garlic cloves. Make sure they are very finely minced. You want them to be almost a mush consistency.
  3. Mix seasonings together: Add all of your spices together in a bowl. Mix them together with a fork or whisk before adding in your minced garlic and 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
  4. Add seasoning to potatoes: Put your chopped potatoes into a large bowl. Pour your butter-seasoning mixture onto the potatoes. Toss the potatoes in a bowl until they are equally coated.
  5. Cook the potatoes: Preheat your oven to 375 degree Fahrenheit. Place the potatoes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper (ensure your parchment paper can be used at this temperature). Bake for 30-45 minutes, until the outside is golden brown and a fork can easily pierce to the centre of the potato.

The final product with this recipe is an incredible side for any dinner. The garlic flavour of the poatoes pairs great with a shawarma wrap or kebab.

Try Garlic Potatoes at Basha’s 

Don’t feel like cooking today? Basha’s Shawarma offers authentic, Lebanese cuisine. Order our garlic potatoes servced with garlic sauce. Pair this with any of our entrees for a perfect takeout night. Use Skip the Dishes or Uber Eats to order online or drop by our Manning location.

Note: this recipe is not Basha’s Shawarma’s official recipe for garlic potatoes.