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Pan Fried Potatoes

Golden, crispy pan fried potatoes cooked in a skillet with butter, oil, and simple seasonings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Potatoes
  • 4 potatoes diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 onion diced, optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Pat diced potatoes dry to ensure crispiness.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add potatoes in a single layer and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Cook without stirring for 4–5 minutes to form a crust.
  5. Stir and continue frying for 10–12 minutes, flipping occasionally.
  6. Add diced onions during the last 8 minutes if desired.
  7. Cook until crispy outside and tender inside.
  8. Garnish and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan and keep heat on medium-high.