Southern Fried Potatoes
Crispy, golden, and cooked low and slow in a cast iron skillet with bacon grease and sweet onions. This is Southern fried potatoes done the right way — simple ingredients, real flavor, and a dish that has been on family tables for generations.
Servings: 8
Calories: 195kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, washed and cut into ⅛" rounds
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons bacon grease or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat bacon grease in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are soft and golden.
- Add the potatoes in a single layer over the onions. Sprinkle on salt and pepper. Press the potatoes down gently with a spatula or the back of a wooden spoon.
- Cook - do not stir or flip for 6-8 minutes until the bottom layer is crispy and golden. Flip the potatoes in sections, then season with salt and pepper.
- Continue cooking for 12-15 minutes, flipping occasionally, until potatoes are extra crispy and tender on the inside. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 760mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg