ZA'ATAR SMASHED POTATOES

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Often called the king of herbs, za'atar is treasured for its savory-thyme-oregano flavor. The spice blend adds complexity to these crispy roasted potatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
2 cups fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus zest of 1 lime
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds baby red potatoes
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons ghee
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons za'atar
5 sprigs rosemary

Steps:

  • Make the herb sauce, if desired: In a food processor, combine cilantro, mint, pine nuts, and lime juice and zest. Process until finely chopped. With machine running, pour oil in a steady stream through the feed tube; process until smooth. Season with salt.
  • Make the potatoes: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bring potatoes to a boil in a large pot of salted water; reduce heat and simmer until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet. Let cool 5 minutes, then lightly crush each potato with the heel of your hand. Drizzle generously with ghee and oil and season with salt and za'atar. Top with rosemary. Roast until golden brown and crisp, about 35 minutes. Serve with herb sauce, if desired.

Kameron Hall
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These potatoes are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Matthew Hull
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I love the flavor of the zaatar spice blend.


Geeta Bidesi
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These potatoes are the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Ignatius Obey
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit.


Mya Hershberger
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These potatoes are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.


Nambubi Salimah
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The potatoes were delicious!


sumair khan
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These potatoes are the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Abdulkader alkateeb
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I'm not a big fan of potatoes, but these were actually really good. The zaatar spice blend really made them.


rabee'ah abbas
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These potatoes are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


M asghar Muhammad
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I made these potatoes for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.


Justinraj Kesari
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand.


Mohammad azaan
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These potatoes are a great way to change up your usual side dish routine. They're also a good way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ebubedike Benedicta
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I'm always looking for new ways to make potatoes, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. I'll be making these again and again.


The Light Of The Quran
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The potatoes were so flavorful and the zaatar spice blend was the perfect touch.


Turyabamukama Simpson
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These potatoes are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're delicious, easy to make, and sure to impress your guests.


GL Hodges
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Joseph Allison
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I made these potatoes for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


MD Nahid Islane
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The potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, just the way I like them.


Esmeralda Roldan
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these potatoes perfectly.


Blen Gemechu
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These smashed potatoes were a hit at my last dinner party! The zaatar spice blend added a unique and flavorful twist to the classic dish.