Potatoes with Cilantro

Serves 4

Ingredients:

4 medium potatoes
3-4 cloves of garlic, crushed with a pinch of salt
1 cup of finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp of dry cilantro/coriander
1 tsp salt (as desired)
1/2 tsp of red chili powder (as desired)
2 cups of vegetable oil (for frying)
Pita Bread

Method:

1) Wash fresh coriander, drain and put on a clean piece of cloth to dry for 5 minutes. Peel potatoes, wash and chop into small 1/2 " cubes, rewash and drain.

2) Fry potatoes in hot oil until golden - brown, put on absorbent paper.

3) In a separate pan, mix garlic, dry coriander and salt and fry until fragrant (a couple of minutes).

4) Add fried potatoes and chili powder. Stir well for 2 minutes.

5) Stir in fresh cilantro then remove from heat.

Serve hot with pita bread.

Note: This delicious Lebanese dish is usually served as an appetizer or Mediterranean tapas.

Hint: For a healthier less oily option, bake the potato cubes at 400 F in the oven for 15-20 min or until golden brown.