Description
Crispy Breakfast Potatoes: Golden potatoes, onions, peppers & savory seasonings create a delicious & satisfying morning treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) russet potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (about 1 cup/160g), diced
- 1 red bell pepper (about 1 cup/150g), diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5g) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5g) dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
- ½ teaspoon (2.5g) garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (8g) fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes Wash and cut 2 pounds of russet potatoes into ½-inch cubes. For consistent cooking, try to keep the pieces uniform in size. Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water, which will season the potatoes from the inside out. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the potatoes are just fork-tender. Drain thoroughly in a colander and let them sit for 5 minutes to steam dry.
- Step 2: Prepare the Skillet While the potatoes are drying, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. The hot oil creates that beautiful sear that’s essential for crispy breakfast potatoes.
- Step 3: Crisp the Potatoes Add the parboiled potatoes to the hot oil in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until they develop a golden crust on the bottom. Resist the temptation to stir too soon! Once the bottom side is crispy, flip the potatoes with a spatula and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until multiple sides are golden brown.
- Step 4: Add Aromatics Lower the heat to medium and add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Step 5: Season and Finish Sprinkle the paprika, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne (if using) over the potato mixture. Gently toss everything together to ensure even coating with the spices. Continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve your perfect breakfast potatoes immediately for maximum crispiness.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg