Fried Potatoes and Onion

Golden, tender potatoes with caramelized onions — perfect as a side for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled or unpeeled, cut into ½-inch cubes or slices

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

• 3–4 tbsp vegetable oil or olive oil

• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Optional: 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, or fresh herbs (parsley, thyme)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep Potatoes

• Rinse cut potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.

• Pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel.

2️⃣ Cook Onions

1. Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt.

3. Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly caramelized.

4. Remove onions from skillet and set aside.

3️⃣ Fry Potatoes

1. Add remaining oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high.

2. Add potatoes in a single layer (work in batches if needed).

3. Cook 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden brown and tender.

4️⃣ Combine & Season

• Return onions to the skillet with potatoes.

• Stir gently to combine.

• Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices or herbs.

5️⃣ Serve

• Serve hot as a side dish with eggs, sausage, grilled meats, or on its own.

🔥 Tips for Extra Crispiness

• Don’t overcrowd the skillet — cook potatoes in batches if needed.

• Use a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan for better browning.

• For softer interiors, parboil potatoes 3–4 minutes before frying.

🧊 Storage

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.

• Reheat in a skillet or oven to restore crispiness.