Diner-Style Baked Potato Home Fries

Diner-Style Baked Potato Home Fries
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    157

Transform humble leftover baked potatoes into golden, crispy home fries that rival your favorite diner's. The secret? Starting with baked potatoes allows for a fluffy interior and unparalleled crispiness. A simple yet utterly satisfying breakfast or side dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    15 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    47 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
10 mins

Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them several times with a fork. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, flip, and microwave for another 5 minutes. (Total time: 10 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Allow the potatoes to cool completely. This is crucial for achieving the right texture. (Time: 20-30 minutes)

03

Step
5 mins

Once cooled, slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

04

Step
15 mins

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent. (Time: 5 minutes)

05

Step

Gently add the potato slices to the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on both sides. (Time: 10-15 minutes)

06

Step

Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika along with the salt and pepper.
If you don't have leftover baked potatoes, you can bake them specifically for this recipe. Bake them in a 400°F (200°C) oven for about an hour, or until easily pierced with a fork.
Don't overcrowd the pan! Cook the potatoes in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
Consider adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a pop of color and flavor just before serving.

Cloyd Stanton

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 52 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Eldora Mccullough

    The secret of using baked potatoes is genius! They came out perfectly crispy.

  • Salvador Nicolas

    Definitely better than any home fries I've ever made from raw potatoes.

  • Connie Koss

    I used sweet potatoes and they were amazing!

  • Samanta Frami

    I found that using clarified butter gave them an even crispier edge!

  • Olaf Frami

    I added some diced bell peppers and it was a great addition.

  • Jailyn Legros

    These are a new staple in our breakfast rotation!

  • Britney Wolff

    These were so easy and delicious! My family loved them.

  • Roxane Mertz

    A great way to use leftover baked potatoes. I hate wasting food!

  • Yazmin Gerhold

    So simple and quick, perfect for a busy morning.

  • Alize Hilpert

    My diner-style dreams came true!

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