Description
Golden, crispy breakfast potatoes deliver comfort straight from your kitchen to the table. Seasoned with herbs and perfectly roasted, this classic side dish brings morning magic that keeps hunger at bay.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1 small onion, diced
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Gather robust, waxy potatoes and select a heavy-bottomed skillet that conducts heat evenly and efficiently.
- Meticulously cube the potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces, ensuring consistent cooking and textural integrity. Thoroughly rinse the cubes under cool running water to eliminate excess surface starch, then carefully blot dry with a pristine kitchen towel.
- Warm olive oil in the skillet over moderate heat, creating a perfect sizzling environment. Distribute potato cubes in a single, uncrowded layer to maximize caramelization and develop a crisp, golden exterior.
- Allow potatoes to sear undisturbed for several minutes, cultivating a delectable crust. Gently introduce diced onions, creating a fragrant aromatic base.
- Generously season the mixture with garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, chili powder, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss methodically to ensure comprehensive flavor distribution.
- Continue cooking, intermittently stirring, enabling potatoes to transform into a crispy, golden masterpiece. Monitor heat intensity to prevent scorching while maintaining ideal browning.
- Once potatoes reach perfect tenderness with a crackling exterior, remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Transfer immediately to serving dish, presenting a mouthwatering accompaniment to classic breakfast favorites.
Notes
- Ensure potato cubes are uniform in size to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Thoroughly drying potatoes after rinsing prevents steaming and promotes better browning and crispiness.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and maximum golden-brown crustiness on potato edges.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lead to steaming instead of achieving that coveted crispy exterior.
- Experiment with alternative seasonings like rosemary, thyme, or cayenne for unique flavor profiles.
- Transform this recipe into a low-carb option by substituting potatoes with diced turnips or radishes.
- Make the dish vegan-friendly by using plant-based oil and ensuring all seasonings are free from animal products.
- Elevate the breakfast potatoes by adding crispy bacon bits, shredded cheese, or diced bell peppers during the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg