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Rustic Garlic Herb Fried Potatoes and Onions

These rustic fried potatoes and onions, seasoned with garlic, paprika, rosemary, and thyme, make a flavorful and satisfying side dish. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large Russet potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 large yellow onion halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • large, heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan
  • clean kitchen towel or paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and dice potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, then rinse under cold water to remove starch.
  2. Thoroughly pat the rinsed potatoes dry with a kitchen towel to ensure crispiness.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add sliced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and golden, then remove and set aside.
  5. Add more oil if needed, then cook dried potato cubes in a single layer for 8-10 minutes, flipping until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Return caramelized onions to the skillet with the potatoes and stir gently.
  7. Sprinkle in paprika, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
  8. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring, to combine flavors.
  9. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can use a mix of herbs like oregano or marjoram. Adjust seasoning to your preference.