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DINER STYLE HOME FRIED BREAKFAST POTATOES ON A WHITE PLATE ALONG WITH SCRAMBLED EGGS, SAUSAGE LINKS, AND TOAST
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Diner Style Home Fried Breakfast Potatoes

This diner style home fried breakfast potato recipe pairs perfectly with any of your favorite breakfast entrees. This is a quick and easy side to fry up perfect for weekend breakfasts or brunches.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 214kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs Russet potatoes washed, scrubbed, patted dry, & diced into 1/2" cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium white onion peeled & diced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Add the potatoes to a pot, and cover with water by a 1/2". Generously salt the water. Bring the mixture to a boil and let the potatoes cook for 2 minutes. our the potatoes into a strainer to drain, and let rest for 5 full minutes.
    1 1/2 lbs Russet potatoes
  • Add 1 tbsp of oil to a large cast iron skillet, and heat it over medium heat. When the oil's nice and hot, stir in the onions. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked onions to a separate plate, and return the skillet to the stove.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 1 medium white onion
  • Add the rest of the oil and the butter to the skillet, again heating over medium heat. When the oil's nice and hot, add the potatoes- tossing evenly to coat with the oil and butter. 
    2 tbsp butter
  • Use a spatula to spread the potatoes out into a single layer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, only stirring once half way through, so everything gets nice and crispy.
  • Sprinkle to garlic, paprika, salt & pepper evenly out over the potatoes. Add the onions and stir until everything is evenly combined. 
    1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, salt & pepper
  • Serve immediately, alongside your other breakfast favorites.

Notes

  • Liberally salt the water you are boiling the potatoes in. It helps with flavor and texture.
  • A mix of butter and oil works best for crispiness and rich flavor but you could use all butter or all oil if you choose.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your tastes.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 19.4mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 5.6mg