WHO STILL LOVES FRIED POTATOES AND ONIONS?!
Looking for a dish that’s simple, hearty, and bursting with old-fashioned flavor? Few comfort foods can rival the classic pairing of golden potatoes and sweet onions sizzling together in a pan. This timeless recipe proves that the best meals don’t have to be complicated—just crispy, savory, and cooked with love.
What You’ll Need
Get these easy ingredients ready before you fire up the skillet:
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¼ cup vegetable oil
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3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
Optional flavor boosters:
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
How to Make Perfect Fried Potatoes and Onions
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Warm the oil
Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. -
Add potatoes & onions
Toss in the peeled, sliced potatoes and onion. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings you love. -
Cook until golden
Stir occasionally and let everything fry for about 10–15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender inside and crisp on the edges, while the onions caramelize to perfection. For softer potatoes, cover the pan while cooking. -
Drain & garnish
Place the fried potatoes and onions on a paper towel–lined plate to remove excess oil. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chives before serving.
✨ Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with rich flavor—this dish is proof that sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones you crave again and again.