Spicy Potato Wedges with Chili Dip Recipe

The spicy crust on these potato wedges makes them irresistible, especially when served with a zesty chili dip.

 

Ingredients

  • baking potatoes - 2, medium size

  • garlic - 2 cloves, crushed

  • ground coriander - 1 tsp

  • olive oil - 2 tbsp

  • paprika - 1 tbsp

  • ground allspice - 1 tsp

  • ground black pepper and salt

For the dip

  • small onion - 1, chopped

  • garlic - 1 clove, crushed

  • balsamic vinegar - 1 tbsp

  • olive oil - 2 tbsp

  • can tomatoes - 220g, chopped

  • fresh red chili - 1, seeded and chopped

  • fresh coriander - chopped

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 200˚C.

  • Wash the potatoes, cut into 8 wedges.

  • Place the potato wedges in a saucepan of cold water. Bring to boil, then turn low the heat and simmer for 12 minutes until the potatoes softened. Drain well and pat dry on kitchen paper.

  • Mix the oil, allspice, paprika, garlic, and coriander in a roasting tin. Season with pepper and salt.

  • Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes, turning occasionally.

  • Meanwhile, make the chili dip. Heat the oil in a pan, add in garlic and onion, cook for 10 minutes until soft and golden.

  • Add the tomatoes with their juice and stir in the vinegar and chili.

  • Cook gently for 12 minutes until the mixture has reduced and thickened. Season with pepper and salt.

  • Stir in the fresh coriander and serve hot, with the potato wedges.

  • Garnish the potato wedges with pepper and salt and extra fresh coriander. Serves 2.

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