Fried Potatoes and Onions
Fried potatoes and onions are a comforting dish that combines crispy, golden potatoes with sweet caramelized onions. This easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, offering a nostalgic taste that warms the heart. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up this mouthwatering side that pairs beautifully with any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 600g), peeled and diced
- 2 medium yellow onions (about 300g), thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (about 56g)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into even cubes for uniform cooking. Slice the onions thinly to ensure they caramelize well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until bubbling.
- Add the diced potatoes first, cooking for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring occasionally.
- Once the potatoes are halfway cooked, add the sliced onions. Stir gently until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Season generously with salt and pepper; add herbs if desired.
- Continue cooking until the potatoes are golden brown all over, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg