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Potatoes with Vegan Cajun Mayo Recipe

Potatoes with Vegan Cajun Mayo Recipe
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This recipe features crispy oven-baked baby potatoes seasoned with a smoky Cajun spice blend and served alongside a creamy, flavorful vegan Cajun mayonnaise. It’s a perfect vegan appetizer or side dish that is both easy to prepare and packed with bold, zesty flavors.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (about 20 small potatoes)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Vegan Cajun Mayonnaise

  • 0.5 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Slice potatoes: Place each baby potato between two chopsticks or wooden spoons to create a guard, then slice thinly without cutting all the way through. This technique creates accordion-like slices that get crispy on the edges while staying tender inside.
  3. Season potatoes: In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over each potato, ensuring the spices get into the slices for maximum flavor.
  4. Bake potatoes: Arrange the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Halfway through baking, brush the potatoes again with the seasoned oil to keep them moist and flavorful.
  5. Prepare Cajun mayo: While the potatoes bake, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, and smoked paprika in a small bowl until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Serve: Once the potatoes are crispy and cooked through, remove them from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for brightness, and serve hot with the Cajun mayo on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of Cajun seasoning in the mayo to suit your spice preference.
  • If you don’t have baby potatoes, small Yukon Gold or red potatoes can be used instead.
  • Make sure not to cut all the way through the potatoes to keep them intact while baking.
  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the potatoes for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • The vegan mayonnaise can be store-bought or homemade based on your preference.

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Keywords: baby potatoes, vegan cajun mayo, spicy potatoes, vegan appetizer, oven-baked potatoes, Cajun seasoning, plant-based dipping sauce

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