Potatoes and Onions is a simple, comforting dish that can be made crispy, soft, or savory depending on how you cook it. Here’s a classic skillet-style recipe—golden, flavorful, and perfect as a side for almost anything.
🥔 Skillet Potatoes and Onions
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled or unpeeled, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: paprika, garlic powder, or fresh herbs
Instructions
1. Prep Potatoes
- Rinse sliced potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch.
- Pat completely dry (this helps them brown).
2. Cook
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add potatoes in an even layer.
- Cook 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until edges begin to brown.
- Add onions, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
3. Finish
- Continue cooking another 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and onions are caramelized.
4. Serve
- Serve hot as a side dish or with eggs for breakfast.
Tips for Best Results
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Cover pan for the first 5 minutes to soften potatoes, then uncover to crisp.
- Cast iron skillet gives best browning.
Variations
- Southern-style: Add smoked sausage or bacon.
- Cheesy: Sprinkle shredded cheese at the end and cover to melt.
- Herbed: Finish with parsley or rosemary.
- Oven-roasted: Bake at 400°F for 35–40 minutes.
This potatoes and onions dish is simple, budget-friendly, and always satisfying.
If you want, I can also share a crispy oven version, a slow cooker version, or a breakfast-style hash.
