How to Cook Home Fried Potatoes (Step-by-Step)

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Home fried potatoes –Are you ready to elevate your potato game? Forget all those complicated baking or boiling methods! This recipe for crispy skillet-fried potatoes is going to have you wondering why you ever did it any other way. Just grab your frying pan and let’s get sizzling!

Crispy Skillet-Fried Potatoes Recipe

First things first, let’s check out that mouth-watering image that will inspire us to fry those spuds to perfection!

Crispy Skillet-Fried Potatoes

Now that we’ve got our flavor motivation, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty. Here’s what you’ll need for this crispy delight:

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs of potatoes (Russets work like a charm)
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (because who doesn’t love a hint of garlic?)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional, but hey, they make it look fancy!)

Instructions:

  1. First off, peel those potatoes like a pro. Or don’t peel them. Your call!
  2. Now slice those bad boys into even pieces—think potato coins, not potato chunks. You want crispy, remember?
  3. Heat that olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers like your excitement.
  4. Add the sliced potatoes in a single layer. Don’t overcrowd; nobody likes a potato party crash!
  5. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Give those potatoes a little flip to coat them all in that goodness.
  6. Let them fry for about 10 minutes or until they’re golden brown on one side. Then flip your potatoes like the flipping champion you are!
  7. Fry them on the other side until nicely crisped, which should take another 8–10 minutes.
  8. The magic happens when they’re done! Transfer your crispy skillet-fried potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any extra oil.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs if you’re feeling like a culinary genius. Serve hot and enjoy the crispy goodness!

And there you have it! Your new favorite recipe that proves potatoes can indeed strut their crispy stuff right out of the skillet. Get ready for that crunchy satisfaction with every bite!