Description
Za’atar fries with tahini sauce offer a delightful fusion of crispy, savory goodness that transports your taste buds to the Middle East. This simple yet flavorful recipe features golden fries seasoned with aromatic za’atar spice, complemented by a creamy tahini dip. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a satisfying snack, these fries are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoons za’atar spice blend
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and cut potatoes into even-sized sticks.
- Rinse potato sticks under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, toss potato sticks with olive oil, za’atar, and salt until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- While fries bake, mix tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, water (as needed), and salt in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve hot with tahini sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup fries with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg