Home Fries Recipe

Elevate your breakfast, brunch, or any meal with these incredibly crispy and flavorful home fries! Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe delivers perfectly golden-brown potatoes with a hint of spice. Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food side dish.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 236 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Home Fries

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How to Make Home Fries

  1. Wash and scrub 2 lbs russet potatoes thoroughly. Do not peel.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. This parboiling process helps create extra crispy fries.
  4. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them cool slightly.
  5. Once cool enough to handle, peel the potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes and thinly sliced yellow onion.
  7. Add 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika.
  8. Gently toss everything together with your hands until potatoes are evenly coated.
  9. Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat.
  10. Add the potato mixture to the skillet and spread it out in a single layer.
  11. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes begin to brown.
  12. Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high, and continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
  13. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

6g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Home Fries?

Home Fries takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Home Fries?

Home Fries has approximately 236 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Home Fries?

The key ingredients for Home Fries are Russet Potatoes, Onion, Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Vegetable Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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