Description
Southern comfort shines in this classic fried potatoes recipe celebrating simple, hearty ingredients from rural kitchens. Crisp edges, golden brown surfaces, and rich flavor make this dish a beloved Southern staple for home cooks and hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and small diced
- 1 small sweet onion, small diced
Cooking Fat:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) bacon grease
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Heat cast iron skillet over medium temperature, allowing bacon grease to melt and coat the cooking surface evenly.
- Introduce diced potatoes, chopped onions, sliced peppers, creole seasoning, and salt into the hot skillet, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly coated with rendered bacon fat.
- Spread ingredients in a uniform layer, pressing down gently to maximize contact with the skillet’s surface, then cover to create a steaming environment for 7-10 minutes.
- Carefully flip the potato mixture, using a spatula to scrape and release any caramelized bits stuck to the bottom, which will add rich flavor and texture.
- Continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes, turning the potatoes periodically to achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior while maintaining a tender interior.
- Perform a final taste test, adjusting seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or creole seasoning to enhance the overall flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for the best crispy texture and even cooking.
- Dice potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch cubes to ensure consistent browning and prevent uneven cooking.
- Pat potatoes completely dry before cooking to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of frying.
- Substitute bacon grease with olive oil or butter for vegetarian options, maintaining rich flavor with a different fat profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg