Short Order Home Fries Recipe

Master the art of crispy, perfectly seasoned home fries! This recipe, inspired by Cook's Illustrated, reveals the secret to achieving those craveable diner-style potatoes you've always dreamed of making at home. Forget soggy spuds – get ready for a plateful of golden-brown, fluffy perfection that will leave you wondering why you ever settled for anything less. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe, guaranteed to become a breakfast or brunch staple.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 266.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (10 Reviews)
Short Order Home Fries 39

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Short Order Home Fries

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Short Order Home Fries? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Short Order Home Fries

  1. Peel and thinly slice the russet potatoes to 1/4-inch thickness.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a clean kitchen towel and pat them thoroughly to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial for achieving crispy fries.
  4. Heat the butter and remaining vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should shimmer but not smoke.
  5. Add the potatoes to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan (you may need to cook them in batches).
  6. Cook the potatoes undisturbed for 8-10 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
  7. Carefully flip the potatoes and cook for another 8-10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on the other side.
  8. If needed, adjust the heat to maintain even cooking and prevent burning. Cooking in batches ensures even browning.
  9. Once cooked, transfer the potatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious diner-style home fries!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

36g

Carbs

12g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Low Protein Breakfast Side Dishes Potatoes Vegetables Microwave Vegetarian Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Low Calorie Comfort Food Inexpensive Low In Something Onions Brunch Taste Mood Equipment Presentation Served Hot