Southern Pan Fried Potatoes Recipe
In this post I’m sharing how to make and easy Southern Pan Fried Potatoes recipe.
Pan fried potatoes are a favorite for breakfast or a supper side dish. I prefer my cast iron skillet for this dish. I tend to keep it simple, but these potatoes can be dressed up to if desired with the addition of other seasonings and diced peppers.
If I have some fresh made gravy handy, I will put some over my potatoes because it’s soooo good!
The Southern supper table doesn’t always include a meat. Sometimes it is just a vegetables plate with maybe some beans, fried potatoes, some type of greens and cornbread.
Potatoes are also a great food staple for families because they’re filling and can be prepared in so many delicious ways.
Here’s my version of pan fried potatoes. You’ll also find a printable recipe card further down in this post.
Ingredients
- 2-3 Large Russet Potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 Small Onion, diced (optional)
- 1 tbs Flour
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 c Vegetable Oil, or more if needed to coat the bottom of your skillet
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Ingredients
- 2-3 Large Russet Potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 Small Onion diced (optional)
- 1 tbs Flour
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 c Vegetable Oil or more if needed to coat the bottom of your skillet
Instructions
- Add the vegetable oil to a cast iron skillet and heat over medium high heat.
- Next, peel and dice potatoes and sprinkle with flour.
- Toss the potatoes and four together to coat.
- Next, add the coated potatoes to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and chili powder. If using onion or peppers, add those at this time.
- Pan fry potatoes until desired brownness and crispiness as desired, 15-20 minutes.
- When potatoes are done, remove from the skillet to a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot.
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