Description
These Easy Fried Potatoes with Green Onions are a simple and delicious side dish that pairs well with any meal. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these skillet-fried potatoes are seasoned with green onions for a flavorful twist.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced (both white and green parts)
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
- Cook Potatoes: Add diced potatoes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy on the bottom.
- Continue Cooking: Stir potatoes and cook for an additional 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally until crispy on all sides.
- Season and Add Onions: Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Add green onions in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve: Toss to combine and serve hot as a side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak diced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes and dry thoroughly before cooking.
- Try adding diced bell peppers or cooked bacon for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
