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Crispy Fried Potatoes

If the perfect potato is crunchy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside, these crispy fried potatoes definitely deliver. They're quick and easy — prepped, cooked, and ready in 40 minutes — and are packed with some seriously delicious flavor!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 244kcal
Author Jessy Freimann

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 cups potatoes peeled and diced into 1 inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  • Melt oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add potatoes to the skillet and spread them into a single layer.
  • Season with onion powder, garlic powder and paprika.
  • Cook for 20 minutes, stirring and turning often.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook another 10 minutes, stirring and turning often or until golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Try to cut the potatoes around the same size so that they cook evenly. I prefer 1-inch chunks for this pan fried potatoes recipe.
  • Dry the potato cubes thoroughly before you add them to the pan. Any excess moisture will keep them from browning properly!
  • Use a nonstick skillet. You shouldn't have too many issues with sticking thanks to the oil and butter. Use a nonstick skillet for double the protection just in case.
  • Add the spuds in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan or your pan fried potatoes will turn into pan steamed ones.
  • Be sure to stir and turn the taters often to prevent burning. You want your fried potatoes crispy, not burnt!
  • These are best served right away for optimal crispiness.
  • Ingredients to prep ahead- You can clean the potatoes in advance.
  • Leftovers and storage- Although these are best served right away, they will keep for up to 3 days covered in the fridge. To reheat, pop them back in the skillet with a bit of oil. Or, use your air fryer if you have one. 3-5 minutes at 400 degrees F should do the trick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 895mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 241IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg