Fried Potatoes and Onions: A Comforting Classic
🍽️ Craving a comforting classic? Look no further! 😊 Dive into the world of Fried Potatoes and Onions, where golden-brown, crispy potatoes mingle with caramelized onions for a warm, homely delight. 🥔🧅 Easy to make and even easier to love, this dish is a taste of nostalgia that will make your heart smile. 😋✨ Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or whenever you need a little extra coziness in your day. 💕
Ingredients
Ingredients for Fried Potatoes and Onions
- ⦁ - ¼ cup 55 g vegetable oil (such as canola)
- ⦁ - 3 medium Russet potatoes peeled
- ⦁ - 1 large yellow onion sliced thinly
- ⦁ - Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- - ½ teaspoon 2 g garlic powder
- - 1 teaspoon 2 g red pepper flakes
- - 1 tablespoon 3 g chives (chopped, to add to finished potatoes)
Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Heat the Oil
- Let's kick things off! 🍳 Ask a grown-up to lend a hand and get the party started by heating up about ¼ cup of vegetable oil in a sauté pan or a roomy skillet. 🌟 We're talking sizzle, folks!
🥔 Step 2: Slice the Onions and Potatoes
- Now, here comes the fun part! 🥔🧅 With the help of your trusty grown-up sous chef, peel and slice three medium Russet potatoes and one large yellow onion into thin ¼-inch pieces. It's all about creating those golden, savory potato and onion coins! 💰
🧂 Step 3: Cook and Season
- Time to add some sizzle to those slices! Carefully introduce your potato and onion pals to the hot oil. But watch out, it's a bit of a hot tub in there! 💦 Sprinkle on a pinch of salt and pepper to kickstart the flavor journey. Feeling adventurous? How about a dash of garlic powder (½ tsp) and a hint of red pepper flakes (1 tsp) for an extra flavor boost? 🌶️ Give your potatoes and onions some love.
🌄 Step 4: Cook Until They're Brown and Tender
- Get ready for the magic show! ✨ Stir those potato and onion slices like a pro, letting them dance in the pan until they're dressed in a beautiful brown hue and turn all soft and tender. It's like cooking up a symphony of flavors! 🎶 This could take around 10-15 minutes. Want extra creaminess? Pop a lid on your skillet while they cook.
🍽️ Step 5: Drain and Serve
- The grand finale! 🥁 Gently scoop out your fabulous fried potatoes and onions onto a plate lined with paper towels. This helps them say goodbye to any excess oil. 🎩✨ For a touch of fancy, sprinkle on some freshly chopped chives. Voilà! Your homemade fried potatoes and onions are ready to dazzle your taste buds. Enjoy! 🌟😋
Notes
Nutrition Facts
⦁ - Calories: 230 kcal⦁ - Carbohydrates: 29 g
⦁ - Protein: 3 g
⦁ - Fat: 14 g
⦁ - Saturated Fat: 3 g
⦁ - Sodium: 11 mg
⦁ - Potassium: 705 mg
⦁ - Fiber: 5 g
⦁ - Sugar: 3 g
⦁ - Calcium: 23 mg
⦁ - Iron: 1 mg
