Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful side dish from the hippy gourmet's kitchen! This recipe, inspired by Bruce Brennan & James Ehrlich's cookbook, features three types of onions caramelized to perfection with hearty potatoes. The result? A sweet and savory explosion that's guaranteed to impress. Perfect alongside scrambled tofu or eggs and a fresh fruit salad. Best cooked in a thick pan like a wok or cast iron skillet for even cooking. Get ready for onion-breath kisses – this dish is worth sharing!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 217.4 kcal

Protein 9g

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Ingredients for Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes

2 tablespoons olive oil
Russet Potatoes
White Onion
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Green Onion
Garlic Clove
Paprika

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How to Make Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes

Peel and chop 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
Finely chop 1/2 medium yellow onion.
Thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion.
Dice 1/4 cup green onions (including the green tops).
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan (wok or cast iron skillet) over medium heat.
Add the yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the red and green onions. Cook for another 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and slightly browned.
Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes?

Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes?

Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes has approximately 217.4 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Three Onion Crossroads Potatoes are Olive Oil, Russet Potatoes, White Onion, Red Onion, Green Onion, Garlic Clove. See the full list with measurements above.