Find out my secret recipe to making the Southern favorite, fried potatoes and onions. Still not used it, but it’s there in case I ever “want/need” to use it. Place a dinner plate on top of potatoes and weight it with any heavy object: a sack of flour, heavy … Don’t let them burn. Season the flour with salt and pepper, and put it in a shallow dish or on a plate. Place the peeled & sliced potatoes in a large bowl with water to prevent the potatoes from … An air fryer eliminated those issues so I racked my brain trying to think of what I would make and instantly remembered my mama’s fried potatoes! That’s okay by me. Smile. Remove the skin off of the potatoes … Share your memories of this great Southern dish with us. The signup box is below and you’ll also find one in the top right hand corner of each page. I have eaten them my entire life and love, love, love them! I will be cooking these potatoes tonight. Sprinkle the salt over the potatoes and onions and stir everything together. Just a P. S. I forgot to tell you that I’ve been debating with my self for several years whether or not to buy one of those mixers you talked about in your Newsletter. You can do the same thing with Sweet Potatoes too. Southern Fried Potatoes and Onions Loaves and Dishes sweet onion, russet potatoes, pepper, water, salt, paprika, sweet cream butter and 1 more Codfish with Onions and Fried Potatoes As receitas lá de casa This is the healthiest dish, although it is delicious. I can’t remember if Mama put onions in hers or not. This recipe brings back sooo many memories. Use a spoon or spatula to toss the potatoes around and get them coated with the oil. I’m still waiting for a good sale to finally purchase one. Heat oil and butter in a skillet. I like them tender, almost falling apart, but still able to hold their shape when you pick them up. When Mama would turn the heat on under the cast iron skillet, and fill it with sliced potatoes and onions, I was close to Heaven for sure. A friend of mine was forever bringing freshly baked bread to work and sharing with all of us (God Bless her) …so, she showed me her fancy new Bread Maker and of course I had to have one. I’ve had it about 10 years. Remove the … Add diced tomatoes alongside the onion and garlic for … Sometimes we would slice open one of her buttermilk biscuits and put them in between because that was all we had to eat. When the oil is hot, carefully add the potatoes. Mornin to you. Thank you in advance for sharing. Thank you! ★☆ REMOVE the cover, and stir the potatoes. Years ago, I thought I HAD to have a very expensive Bread machine when they were all the rage. We never had bacon but usually had fatback. Remove onions, and melt remaining butter in the skillet. Spread them out in the pan. I’ll be looking forward to seeing you add your name to our list. Add the red pepper and garlic and cook for 1 minute longer. Thanks so much! I also use Olive oil, because its better for you, but,also use the Bacon fat for better taste. P. S. I think you should have got the lift bowl mixer. I love to use a big sweet onion chopped up in the pan too. Hi Steve. He really liked them and didn’t want to change a thing. I so look forward to your recipes and newsletter every week. Note: You may use 2 or 3 large garlic cloves (chopped small), instead of granulated garlic powder. I bought it to replace one like it that worked 25 years. A very easy, simple but tasty side dish. I love your recipes. Add the diced potatoes, paprika, about 1/2 teaspoon salt, along with the freshly ground black pepper. You could smell those onions anywhere in the house, but they were just a little frosting on the cake compared to the Fried Potatoes. Hi Steve. Thanks Steve for another great moment in time. SMILE. Southern Fried Potatoes – You’ll need these ingredients. Wash your potatoes under cold running water to remove any dirt that might be on them. Thank you for being a subscriber to the Newsletter and for your visits and support. ★☆ In a large frying pan on medium-high heat, melt butter, add olive oil. Place the cubed potatoes in a bowl full of cold water. Sometimes, I think the only vegetable there is happens to be the potato. It’s tough and works great. I’ll send you an Email every once in awhile to remind you when I post a new recipe, or when anything else of importance is going on around Taste of Southern. While the potatoes are cooking, go ahead and slice the onions. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet set over medium heat and add potatoes, onions, salt, and pepper. And, oh yeah, he wants to have them next week, too. Add to the potatoes after the first 10 minutes of cooking time. I’ve eaten this dish for 70 years and cooked it for more than 50. Fried Onions and Potatoes are one of my favorites too! I make these on a regular basis just like your recipe ( for the most part) and My non-southerner husband loves them and had never had them cooked like this before. Add the potatoes, chili powder paprika, salt & pepper. Cover the skillet and let potatoes cook 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Smile I have been doing the same thing that you have been doing regarding the mixer and decided I didn’t need it either, but I will get the tilt head if I decide to invest that much money. Those are totally awesome, but we leave out the onions when making Fried Sweet Potatoes. About 1/2 cup of bacon drippings, cooking oil, butter, or any combination Total Carbohydrate Guys, you can make them even more comforting by smothering them with some melted … OM Goodness !!! They were always seasoned with bacon grease, which just made them that much better. As a child this was one of her go to sides made with red potatoes and yellow onions on the stove top. My Mama cooked them and they were so good. I’ll have to ask my older sis in Southern Pines. Thanks for sharing your memories of them. I am sharing my Southern Fried Cabbage Recipe … ★☆ I aways look forward to Monday to see what you are cooking today. In a large frying pan on medium-high heat, melt butter, add olive oil. Alright then, let’s head on out to the kitchen, heat up the cast iron skillet, and… Let’s Get Cooking. . Remove lid. I bet our grandmothers cookbooks are a lot alike (when they used them). That was 2-3 years ago and I’ve yet to use it. Best I ever had…the 5 minute intervals are key. I’m making your fried potatoes right now and they look and smell so good. It’s been so long I had forgotten what color I purchased. Hey Steve My Daddy was from Laurinburg, NC and your recipes remind me of a lot of things he liked to cook. Place a skillet over Medium heat on your stove top. Continue cooking for about 8 to 10 minutes, occasionally turning, until the potatoes are golden brown. Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning … What did you think of them? Instructions Have your grease and oil hot. Hi Julie from VA, Sounds like you had a most excellent meal planned out here. That makes the edges crispy and much more tasty than the other parts. I make it for my family often and the restaurant I work at changed their recipe to this! Thank you for all your great recipes! Those onions and little bit of bacon grease really make a difference. Actually, I think that’s the only skillet she owned. You just can’t get any better potatoes than this recipe Steve !! I enjoy some green beans when available, but I’ve never been a fan of those supposedly so good for us – leafy green vegetables. Eating fried potatoes all my life. This is after about 10 minutes. Even tiered wedding cakes! You’re right in saying it’s a southern dish. My mama made these a lot an my husband is a “meat and potato” kind of guy also. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the cover back on the skillet, and let the potatoes cook for another FIVE minutes. 5 qt. Place potatoes and onion in a rimmed baking sheet. Just sayin’. Hi Steve, Fried potatoes and onions – best thing ever! Thank you for this wonderful website!! You have to let the edges almost burn a little to get the true experience. I sometimes think our families grew up in the very same area because of all the similarities in the way and things you cook. We used to make these all the time, so delicious. My son worked late this evening, so he’ll just love his favorite dinner waiting for him! Fry uncovered for about 45 minutes turning down stove after potatoes have browned and cooking until done. I love mine, and it stays under the cabinets, just pull it part way out when I’m using it. I love your step by step recipes. They were “to die for” delicious. I remember my Grandmother making this marvelous dish over 65 years ago. Never succeeded though. My Dad used to pour a little bit of buttermilk over them when they were warm. A simple whiff is all it takes for a dish to instantly take me back to my childhood. We ate those ALL the time, growing up on the farm. I absolutely love it. Never used it But I have a great Krups hand mixer, use for everything. Be Blessed!!! Mine turn out pale and too soft or too brown and hard. I love anything with potatoes, so I hope they turned out well for you. Thank you for your visit today and do be sure to visit with us again… real soon. I know she fried them in a cast iron skillet. Smile. When skillet is hot, add the oil and the bacon grease. Hi Steve. Follow our step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe to make this old fashioned favorite, Southern Fried Potatoes recipe. While you’re here, be sure to sign up for our totally FREE NEWSLETTER. Go figure. Your email address will not be published. REMOVE the cover. https://syrupandbiscuits.com/heat-kitchen-recipe-skillet-fried-potatoes-onions Bring the potatoes to a boil stirring to keep from sticking to pot. https://www.yummly.com/recipes/home-fried-potatoes-with-onions I do hope you’ll fry some up for supper. We cut the potatoes into a medium dice and cooked the onions with the taters, which went a little faster, I guess. Cook the potatoes over medium … You will cook the onions for a few minutes before adding the potates. I do appreciate your visits and I hope you’ll stop by again… real soon. Thanks for the memories! I leave the skins on the potatoes. https://diyjoy.com/southern-fried-potatoes-and-sausage-recipe I’m sure she fried them in fatback grease she kept in a little tin container with a strainer on top of the stove. Again, this is at the 10 minute mark. I almost didn’t open the recipe, because my Granny taught me how to fry taters and onions when I was young. One of my favorite guilty pleasures to this day. For a … That is some good eating! You can peel them if you prefer. Slice the potatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Printable recipe included. Add the onions to the skillet. Thank you for taking the time to share your comments, and for trying our recipes. How to make delicious fried potatoes and onions. Mine were pretty much done at the 15 minute mark, but I still let them cook a few more minutes uncovered to help brown the potatoes more. They would be my most favorite vegetable without any doubt what so ever. We were the only vegetarians in our family and therefore Grandma cooked just to please me. Jerry, Lexington Ky, Hi Jerry, Thank you for trying our Southern Fried Potatoes recipe. Sprinkle with granulated garlic powder, dried dill weed, salt and pepper and continue to fry with cover removed for another 5 minutes or until potatoes begin to turn slightly brown; turning occasionally. Hope this is the last cold spell we’ll be having here in NC. Together these make a tasty meal. Be Blessed!!! In addition to the onions, I’m also adding green peppers because we love them done that way. I took her recipe up a notch and created the Air Fryer Fried Potatoes and Onions. And, should you ever decide that you are no longer interested, it’s even quicker to unsubscribe. I also like to add a side of scalloped tomatoes. Treat yourself, get that mixer you want, if you don’t use it, someone will later on. I might have a love thing with potatoes. after giving the larger one away so I bought one of the tilt heads thinking I would use it more often than my simple hand mixer that’s at least 40 years old. Be Blessed!!! … Peel and slice potatoes about 1/8 inch thick or thinner. Smile. My daddy always fried potatoes like this. Cover … Let them sit for about five minutes. My mother also fixed potatoes like that, too. That just means that I personally read each and everyone before they are approved for viewing on our family friendly website. Yum! Let the potatoes and onions cook uncovered until they reach the desired tenderness that you prefer. If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to receive more just like it. Put the potatoes and onions in the pan and LEAVE THEM ALONE. You might also like: Southern Potato Salad, Or this:  Mashed Potatoes with Mayonnaise, Or maybe this one:  Pork Chops with Gravy, Tags: fried potatoes, fried potatoes with onions, made from scratch, pan fried potatoes, side dishes, skillet fried potatoes, southern fried potatoes, Steve Gordon, Taste of Southern. When I moved the “garage”, not to use the mixer but to clean behind it, that’s when I saw the color of my new/old K.A. Fried Potatoes and Onions - How To Cook Like Your Grandmother ★☆ I’ve tried many times to make mine taste and look like hers. Follow our step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe to make them. After I read your directions, I decided it may be because I put potatoes and onions in together and salt and pepper them right away. Smile. Bake in preheated oven until … Skillet Fried Potatoes, with a little onion for extra flavor. It will only take a minute or two for you to leave your comments in the section below. Slice the potatoes into ¼ inch thick slices. Thanks so much! Place your skillet over Medium heat on your stove top. Then, I like to add about a Tablespoon of Bacon Grease. Required fields are marked *, Rate this recipe How cool is that? https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/potatoes/fried-cabbage-potatoes.html I hope you continue for a long time. Steve. Try Southern Fried Potatoes and onions! I grew up in N.C. Fried cabbage makes great leftovers! Southern fried potato dishes are quite common in the south and throughout the United States. You have taught this old dog a new trick. (maybe some fatback). No matter your problem, JESUS is the answer !! I used to have many recipe sites, but yours is the only one left. Looking forward to Monday’s recipe. Always very good! We’re having pork chops, green beans, sliced tomatoes and cucumbers along with the potatoes, so I’ll be adding another pound or so to my waist, I think. But because it’s you,(smile) I opened it and boy am I glad! ★☆. Have you tried our Southern Fried Potatoes? I will always be grateful and thankful for your support. Southern style Squash and Onions Squash and Onions Recipe, with printable recipe at bottom of post. Fried potatoes go well with bacon, onions and cheese, but you can modify the recipe to fit your taste. Preheat oven to 450°F. Sandra. Big smile. Fried cabbage and potatoes may be an Irish-inspired dish, but don't wait until St. Patrick's Day to make this simple and filling comfort food.Crunchy, warm and delightful, you can serve this as a side dish for a weeknight meal or put an egg on it and call the main dish anything from brunch to breakfast for dinner.. Drain and … God bless you and do treat yourself to that mixer when it’s on sale again. Smile. Separate onion rings, and saute them in butter until soft. I had one of the Kitchen A. -Steve. You make me hungry. Add potatoes, onion, garlic, pepper. Stay warm and thanks for all the great recipes and newsletters you give everyone. mixer. That may not be good for me but it sure makes a world of difference in flavor of the dish. Turn heat … Cover the pan and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are just tender. I have a Sunbeam stand mixer with 5 quart bowl that works good. Southern Fried Cabbage with Onions is Good Eating! Cover again. Sigh !! Now I can’t wait to try them using your step-by-step instructions. Fried taters and onions are a favorite dish with this family. This Southern Green Beans and Potatoes with Vidalia Onion and Bacon recipe does just that. 68.4 g Love your sight, your sense of humor is a delight. The frying method makes it foolproof. I knew I just had to have a smaller K.A. When the pan is hot, add the oil. I have decided to try and sell it on E-bay or in a Yard sale etc. Start by thinly slicing 1 whole large onion and adding it to a large skillet. Sometimes, I’d add a bit of ketchup to them, and sometimes, Mama might add a little Garlic Powder to them while they cooked. We usually have ‘fast food Saturdays’ so these potatoes worked out great with coleslaw, chicken burgers and baked beans. I have only used it once and it sits with some other had-to-have purchases on a shelf in my kitchen… gathering dust. Easy Southern Fried Potatoes are best when cooked in a cast iron skillet. I’m glad it turned out well for you. Young potatoes are especially good. I also love fried potatoes, I will be making these soon. Why, I’m getting hungry for some right now, and I just finished eating these. Well, about 8 years later now…. Cover the skillet again and let them cook for about five more minutes. The bacon grease makes all the difference. I hope you’ll do it today. Add onion and sauté until tender. Your recipes are always the best part of my Mondays. I love it and find that the zest of red pepper and the savory sweetness of the cabbage and onions satisfies my hunger and is a perfect meatless dish with a 1/2 cup of beans. Always talk myself out of it. https://www.yummly.com/recipes/southern-fried-potatoes-with-onions When the oil is hot, add the potatoes. If you have a garden, live close to someone who has a garden, or just know someone who knows someone that has a garden, you’ll probably end up … Your choice. Sounds terrible, but is actually pretty tasty. It’s delicious and our family will be eating it forever. In fact, my husband made one of those “garages” that are now popular for storing your small appliances in that sit on top of the cabinets. Good evening’ to you, Steve! I fix these quite often. They’re so much like my mother’s and I thought she was the best cook ever. Add ham, green peppers, tomato, salsa, sour cream or eggs. Step 1 Prepare the Potato Puree: Bring 8 cups water, bay leaves, thyme, garlic, and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a stockpot over high heat. But sadly, it sits below cabinet taking up lots of space. Add sliced potatoes and onions, cover and fry for 10 minutes. I have a great hand mixer too that I enjoy using. 22 %, Quick Fried Breakfast Potatoes With Onions. I believe we grew up eating the same dishes which is just one of the reasons I look forward to your newsletter each week. About that mixer… Have one as you described, a lovely Christmas gift! Add the onions and cook until soft and lightly browned. Cook 5 more minutes. Just remember, all comments are moderated. One of my favorite is the fried chicken. This dish is perfect in my opinion for breakfast with some eggs on the side, lunch or dinner. Some of the edges will brown more than others, but this turns out to be the best part of all. Sliced potatoes fried in oil with salt and pepper. Always enjoy the letter, like a visit with an old friend. Instructions Put the potatoes in a pot, cover with the water, add the chopped onion, butter, bacon drippings, salt and pepper. Southern fried potatoes with butter, bell peppers and onions all cooked together to perfection. Apparently, this makes me a true “Meat and Potatoes” kind of guy. Uncover and increase the heat to medium-high. Add the potatoes, making sure they are covered with water. Add sliced potatoes and onions, cover and fry for 10 minutes. lift mixers, I found it too large for just the two us and finally gave it to my grandson who has a growing family. If potatoes appear too dry, add some additional butter. Using a spatula, turn the potatoes and onions over so they do not break apart. For the people who do not like them, the onion is optional. I prefer the red skinned potatoes because I find the white skinned a bit bitter when I don’t peel them. My yankee (smile) son in law had never eaten it until he married my daughter. Hey Family! -Steve. https://www.tasteofsouthern.com/southern-fried-potatoes-recipe Cover the skillet and let the potatoes cook for about FIVE MINUTES. Keep up the excellent work Steve… and you are so right…!! Cook uncovered for about 5 more minutes to let potatoes slightly brown. Then I saw your recipe for Southern Fried Potatoes and decided to up my game tonight. My husband mentioned a couple of times recently he liked to have country fries like his mother used to make. A hearty southern fried potato skillet meal is easy to make and enjoy any time of the day. , Hi Mary, Thank you for sharing your notes on the mixer from my Newsletter. Keywords: Southern Fried Potatoes Recipe, made from scratch, pan fried potatoes, skillet fried potatoes, southern recipes. Add just enough to slightly cover the bottom of the skillet. Yummy! I hope you’ll visit with us again… real soon. -Steve. Take care. , Your email address will not be published. BTW ….I can truly empathize with you over the Kitchen Aide mixer dilemma. https://mommacan.com/southern-fried-potatoes-and-onions-recipe Remove from skillet and place in a serving bowl. Hope you are feeling better and will soon be on the pier fishing! It’s totally free, and super easy to sign up.