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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Pan Fried Potatoes

Tasty skillet fried potatoes are a favorite side dish recipe for any meal of the day.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Servings: 6 Servings

Calories: 315kcal

Author: Julia Jordan | Julia’s Simply Southern

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 77mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g

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