🥔 Crispy Fried Potatoes with Onions & Chives
⭐ Description
Golden, crispy potato slices fried with caramelized onions, seasoned with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh chives. It’s the perfect side dish for meats, eggs, or even on its own.
🧈 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
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1½ lbs (700g) potatoes (waxy type like Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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3 tbsp butter or 2 tbsp bacon fat (for deeper flavor)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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(Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika or garlic powder)
🍳 Instructions
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Boil the Potatoes (Optional but helps crispiness)
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Boil potatoes whole with skin for 10 minutes until slightly tender but not soft.
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Let cool, then peel and slice into ¼-inch rounds.
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Caramelize the Onions
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In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
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Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and golden brown (about 8–10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
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Fry the Potatoes
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Add the remaining butter (or bacon fat) to the same pan.
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Add sliced potatoes in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Flip and continue frying until both sides are browned.
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Combine and Season
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Return caramelized onions to the pan.
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Toss gently and season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika or garlic powder.
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Garnish and Serve
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Sprinkle fresh chives or parsley on top.
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Serve hot as a side or main dish.
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💬 Q&A Section
❓1. Which potatoes are best?
Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold, red, or new potatoes. They hold their shape and crisp better than starchy ones.
❓2. Can I skip pre-boiling?
Yes, but pre-boiling helps ensure a crispy outside and tender inside. If skipping, fry longer over medium-low heat so they cook through.
❓3. Can I add bacon?
Absolutely! Fry diced bacon first, remove it, then cook potatoes in the bacon fat. Add bacon back before serving.
❓4. Can I make them ahead?
Yes — pre-cook the potatoes and onions, refrigerate, then reheat in a skillet until crispy before serving.
❓5. What can I serve with it?
Perfect with:
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Fried or poached eggs 🍳
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Sausages or steak 🥩
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Sour cream or garlic aioli for dipping 🥣