Fried Potatoes & Onions

🥔 Fried Potatoes & Onions (Old-School Southern)

Ingredients

• 4–5 russet or Yukon Gold potatoes

• 1 large onion (yellow or white)

• 3–4 tbsp bacon grease (best) or vegetable oil

• Salt & black pepper (to taste)

• Optional: pinch of paprika or garlic powder

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How to Make It

1. Prep the potatoes

   • Peel (or leave skins on).

   • Slice thin or cube—your choice.

   • Rinse and pat completely dry (important for browning).

2. Heat the skillet

   • Use a cast-iron skillet if you have one.

   • Heat bacon grease or oil over medium heat.

3. Fry the potatoes

   • Add potatoes in an even layer.

   • Season with salt and pepper.

   • Let them cook without stirring for 4–5 minutes so they brown.

4. Add onions

   • Add sliced onions once potatoes start to soften.

   • Gently turn everything.

5. Cook until perfect

   • Fry 15–20 minutes total, turning occasionally.

   • Potatoes should be golden and tender, onions soft and caramelized.

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Southern Tips 🧡

• Don’t overcrowd the pan

• Patience = crispy edges

• Bacon grease makes it taste like grandma’s kitchen

• Taste and re-season at the end

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How It’s Served

• With fried eggs

• Alongside catfish, pork chops, or meatloaf

• On white bread with hot sauce (yes, really)

Want upgrades?

• 🥓 Add bacon

• 🧄 Add garlic at the end

• 🧀 Sprinkle cheese

• 🌶️ Cajun-style spice

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