Moroccan Oven Roasted Sesame Potatoes Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with these irresistible Moroccan Oven Roasted Sesame Potatoes! Perfectly tender potatoes roasted to a golden-brown crisp, tossed in fragrant harissa paste, and generously sprinkled with sesame seeds. A hint of spice with a delightful crunch makes this side dish (or main!) a crowd-pleaser. Serve plain, or elevate it with extra harissa, a dollop of yogurt, or a splash of ketchup. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients for a flavor explosion that's sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 248.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Moroccan Oven Roasted Sesame Potatoes

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How to Make Moroccan Oven Roasted Sesame Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and scrub 2 lbs potatoes thoroughly. Peel if desired, or leave skins on for added earthiness.
  3. Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
  4. In a large bowl, combine potato chunks with 1-2 tablespoons harissa paste (adjust to your spice preference). Toss until evenly coated.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss again to coat.
  6. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup sesame seeds. Toss to combine.
  7. Line a large baking sheet with foil and lightly grease with olive oil.
  8. Arrange potato chunks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes, then gently flip potatoes using a spatula. Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and deeply golden brown.
  10. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the potatoes before serving.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g