Bangin’ Breakfast Potatoes
Bangin’ Breakfast Potatoes are crispy, flavorful, and quick to make. Perfectly golden with a tender inside, they pair wonderfully with eggs, bacon, or as a tasty snack. This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices for a delicious breakfast side ready in under 30 minutes.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Potatoes and Oil
- 3 medium russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado/coconut oil for dairy-free option)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes and Variations
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Cayenne pepper or chili flakes (for spicy twist)
- Diced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms (for veggie boost)
- Fresh rosemary, thyme, or chives (alternative herb options)
- Shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese (for cheesy upgrade)
- Prep the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly, then dice them into ½-inch cubes. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispy finish.
- Parboil the Potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in boiling water for about 5 minutes until just tender but still firm inside. This ensures the interior cooks through without burning the outside.
- Season the Potatoes: Drain the parboiled potatoes well and toss them in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until every piece is evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning.
- Cook to Crispy Perfection: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned potatoes in a single layer and cook without stirring for 5 minutes to develop a crust. Then, gently flip or stir every few minutes for 10–12 minutes until all sides are golden, crispy, and cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use a heavy skillet like cast iron for the best crust and even cooking.
- Ensure potatoes are completely dry before cooking to prevent sogginess.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook potatoes in a single layer for even crisping.
- Let potatoes sit undisturbed initially to develop a golden crust.
- Adjust seasoning near the end of cooking to taste.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet over medium heat to regain crispiness, avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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