Southern Fried Potatoes

• servings: 5 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

5 medium Russet potatoes (2 to 2 1/2 pounds)

1/2 large onion, diced

1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil

1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Wash, peel, and slice the potatoes into 1/8-inch rounds.

Heat a very large cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and heat until it starts to ripple.

Add the potatoes evenly and sprinkle the onions over the top. Cover and cook about 8 minutes.

Remove the lid and add the salt and pepper. Flip the potatoes and continue to cook for about 10 more minutes, flipping once or twice more, or until golden brown and tender. Drain on paper towels if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 271 kcal
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Trans Fat: 0.1 g
• Sodium: 244 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 40 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Total Sugars: 2 g
• Protein: 5 g