Description
Crispy and tender Southern Fried Potatoes, perfect as a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 onion
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, aiming for uniform pieces to promote even cooking.
- Slice the onion thinly; it should be thin enough to soften quickly.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add the onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes to the skillet, ensuring they are in a single layer for optimal crisping.
- Season with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
For added flavor, try adding a pinch of paprika or cumin. Keep diced potatoes uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg