What Lebanese dish's Arabic name literally means "spicy potatoes"?

The Lebanese dish whose Arabic name literally means “spicy potatoes” is batata harra.

Batata harra is a potato dish native to Lebanon and Syria. Its name combines batata, meaning potato, with harra, meaning hot or spicy. The potatoes are fried in olive oil and combined with red peppers, chili, garlic, and coriander, producing a crisp, aromatic dish with noticeable heat.

The potatoes may be served on their own as a vegetable side dish or tucked into pita. Garlic and coriander give the dish much of its character, while chili and red pepper provide the spiciness signaled by its name. Some recipes add lemon juice or fresh herbs for acidity and freshness.

Batata harra is often confused with other Lebanese comfort foods such as mujaddara, but the ingredients make the distinction clear. Mujaddara is built around lentils, rice or bulgur, and onions; batata harra is centered on potatoes. It can accompany grilled meats and mezze or stand alone as a simple vegetarian dish.