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Crispy Za’atar Smashed Potatoes with Creamy Tahini Yogurt

Crispy Za’atar Smashed Potatoes with Creamy Tahini Yogurt Delight

Delight your taste buds with Crispy Za’atar Smashed Potatoes paired with Creamy Tahini Yogurt, an easy yet impressive side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes For best texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
For the Za’atar Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Za’atar Aromatic blend
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For roasting
For the Tahini Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Tahini For creaminess
  • 1 cup Yogurt Use dairy-free for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Water To adjust consistency

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add whole potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
  2. Gently press each cooled potato until flattened, aiming for half an inch thickness.
  3. Drizzle each smashed potato with olive oil and sprinkle za’atar seasoning evenly on top.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned potatoes for 4-5 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.
  5. In a bowl, mix tahini and yogurt. Add salt and water gradually until reach desired consistency.
  6. Drizzle tahini yogurt over crispy potatoes and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve these potatoes warm for the best experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, reheating in the oven for crispiness.

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