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Oh, potatoes, how do we love thee? If we were to count the ways, we would be here all day because these tubers are seriously versatile. Boiled, mashed, in a stew… and that’s not all. That’s probably why potatoes get their own holiday — like today, National Tater Day!
National Tater Day started back in 1843 in Benton, Kentucky, where townsfolk would gather for a festival with games, rides, and a potato eating contest in the name of boosting trade. Today, National Tater Day still exists. Not only is it the oldest continuous trade day in the United States, now everyone can get in on the fun!
To see what we did last year for National Tater Day, check out 15 Recipes for National Tater Day. Then, get your taters ready because we have 15 new recipes for you to try!
1. Easy Potato Curry With Star Anise Rice
This Easy Potato Curry is a simplified of dum aloo, a Kashmiri dish where potatoes are fried and them slowly cooked in a savory tomato-based gravy. Instead of being deep-fried, the potatoes are cooked until soft and then quickly pan-fried with cumin before being tossed in a richly spiced, creamy tomato gravy. It’s served with star anise-infused rice, which adds notes of licorice. This is a simple, budget-friendly recipe that will satisfy your taste buds while not calling for a huge list of ingredients.
2. Greek-Style Potatoes
These herby, lemony Greek-Style Potatoes are so crispy and crunchy on the outside while staying so steamy hot and soft on the inside. Best part about this dish is all you need is two bowls for stirring and combining and that is basically it. This tasty snack involves minimal mess and leaves you with time to get organized while they are still cooking.
3. Twice-Baked Potato Bites With Coconut Bacon
These Twice-Baked Potato Bites are a delicious and unique treat to serve at your next get together. Stuffed with a creamy and buttery mixture of potatoes, sour cream, and chives, and then topped with smoky, maple coconut bacon, these bites are bound to be a crowd favorite! Serve with some extra sour cream on the side for dipping.
4. Aloo Chaat: Indian Spicy Potato Snack
Aloo Chaat is a savory street food hailing from Mumbai. Baby potatoes are marinated in spices and then cooked until golden, then topped with chutney, crispy chickpea noodles, and dairy-free yogurt. The spicy sautéed potatoes are amazing just by themselves and would be amazing as a side to any dish.
5. Chipotle BBQ Roasted Potatoes
These spicy Chipotle BBQ Roasted Potatoes start with a simple chipotle BBQ seasoning mix using spice drawer staples. Unlike most barbecue seasoning blends, this one leaves our the sugar. It’s great on veggies like roasted potatoes or Brussels sprouts. It’s also a perfect way to season healthy snacks like roasted nuts, chickpeas, and popcorn!
6. Bengali Pot-Roasted Potatoes
These Hing Diye Alur Dom, or Bengali Pot-Roasted Potatoes, is the perfect side for any meal. Whether it’s for your family or for dinner, these potatoes won’t last long on the table. Small, white potatoes are cooked in an herby, spice-infused tomato sauce until tender and flavorful. Serve with flatbread on the side.
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7. Potato Patties With Cheese
The simple things in life are best, like these Potato Patties With Cheese. Made from only potatoes, bread crumbs, and the herbs and spices of your choice, the patties are addictively crispy on the outside with soft potato goodness on the inside. Taking a bite of this is like taking a bite of a grilled cheese sandwich with potatoes.
8. Noodle Wrapped Potato Bundles
These creative Noodle Wrapped Potato Bundles are delicious! The noodles create a super-crisp layer over molten-soft potatoes. If you are making these for a large party, wrap them up the night before and refrigerate them. The next day, fry or bake them just in time and you’ll have guests swooning over these …. and don’t forget! Dip them generously in your favorite condiment and serve straight out of the oven!
9. Loaded Baked Potato Soup
This Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the perfect soup for potato lovers and has everything we want on a cold, rainy day. It’s simple to make, but its flavors are comforting and sophisticated. Plus, this recipe makes a big batch, so there will be plenty of leftovers to heat up for an easy meal.
10. Perfectly Roasted Potatoes Without Oil![Perfectly Roasted Potatoes Without Oil [Vegan]](https://i0.wp.com/www.onegreenplanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/perfectly-roasted-potatoed-without-oil.jpg?resize=640%2C400&ssl=1)
There’s no better word than “perfect” to describe these Roasted Potatoes Without Oil. Coated in tahini and tossed with dried herbs, each potato is bursting with flavor, light, and airy. They’re so good, you’ll forget that they’re meant to be served as a side.
11. Potato Nests With Roast Tomato, Guac, and Walnut Parmesan 
These English breakfast-inspired meal Potato Nests are as photogenic as it is delicious. First, potatoes are spiralized and baked until crispy. A baked tomato is a classic component of an English breakfast; in this recipe, it sits atop homemade guac with a sprinkling of aromatic walnut Parmesan. Some freshly prepared simple guacamole helps to keep this little tower intact and is a creamy and delicious addition to balance out the crispy potatoes. It makes the dish perfect for a brunch with friends or family or it can be served for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer.
12. Tandoor Aloo: Marinated New Potatoes
These Marinated New Potatoes are a savory delight! Crispy on the outside, buttery and tender on the inside, and spiced to perfection, what more could you want? Serve these with green chutney as a yummy snack, side dish, or appetizer.
13. Red Chili Potatoes
These Red Chili Potatoes are a fiery side to include at the table. First, peel and boil baby potatoes, marinate them, then cover and let them cook until the juices are cooked and evaporated, and all you have left is a pan of potatoes thickly blanketed in red. Garnish with crushed peanuts and spring onions for extra flavor and colorful presentation.
14. Twice-Baked Potatoes With Hemp Sour Cream
Say hello to the perfect side dish. These Twice-Baked Potatoes are stuffed with an herby sour cream made from hemp seeds, and they’re topped with maple coconut bacon. Not only would these make a great side to any dinner or barbecue, they’d also be right at home on a brunch plate.
15. Mustard Grilled Potato Salad
This Mustard Grilled Potato Salad proves that with herbs and a little creative flavoring, you can make a super simple and plain dish like potato salad, into something truly extraordinary. In this particular recipe, fingerling potatoes are boiled until tender, tossed in creamy vegan mayonnaise, zesty mustard, and herbs and spices, and then grilled. It’s a flavorful side dish for your cookout that can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Need more potatoes in your life? We’re right there with you. Check out our vegan potato recipes page for more ideas and inspiration!
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