Fried Potatoes and Onions Recipe
Classic fried potatoes and onions recipe featuring crispy russet potatoes and sweet yellow onions sautéed in vegetable oil with seasonings, perfect as a comforting side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (can substitute with canola oil, extra virgin olive oil, or avocado oil)
- 1 large sweet yellow onion, sliced thin (about 1 ½ cups)
- 1 ½ lbs russet potatoes, sliced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Add the vegetable oil to a 10-12 inch nonstick skillet and place it over medium-high heat until the oil is hot and shimmering.
- Add onions and potatoes: Carefully place the thinly sliced onions and sliced russet potatoes into the heated skillet. Immediately sprinkle with kosher salt, fresh cracked black pepper, and garlic powder to season evenly.
- Cook and flip: Using a spatula, frequently flip and stir the potatoes and onions to promote even browning while preventing burning. Continue cooking this way for about 15-20 minutes, adjusting the stovetop heat as needed to maintain a medium-high temperature.
- Check tenderness: Test the potatoes’ doneness by piercing with a fork to ensure they are fork-tender and cooked through.
- Finish and garnish: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the potatoes and onions to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped chives if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Use a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on thickness of potato slices.
- To make this dish vegan, ensure the oil used is plant-based (all listed options are vegan).
- Chives add a fresh flavor but are optional.
- Keep a close eye on heat to prevent burning.
Keywords: fried potatoes, sautéed onions, russet potatoes, easy side dish, crispy potatoes, onion recipe
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