Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs are buttery, savory, and make for a great weeknight dinner side. They take under 30 minutes to make and pair well with just about everything. All you need are waxy potatoes, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper, and olive oil to make this one-pan side dish.
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs is an approachable and delicious recipe. It requires a handful of ingredients you probably already have on hand, so there's no need to go to the grocery store. This recipe calls for waxy potatoes, fresh or dried herbs, garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil. This dish is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, so it can accommodate those with dietary restrictions. Within 30 minutes, you will have a savory side dish to go with fish, chicken, steak, and more.
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This fried potatoes recipe is the perfect side for a weeknight meal at home, breakfast, or even as a topping for a salad. They also taste great when dipped in our Spicy Mayo Sauce. If you have a large group, you can double or triple the potatoes recipe to serve lots of guests and even have leftovers.
What Type of Potatoes Should I Use?
Waxy potatoes are perfect for frying. They are low in starch and high in moisture. There is a variety of waxy potatoes, including fingerling, red, purple, blue, and Yukon potatoes (even russet potatoes will work). They have thin skin and a creamy center. Waxy potatoes are sturdier than starch potatoes and are a great choice for dishes that call for the potatoes to stay whole, such as roasted potatoes, potato salad, and stew.
Do I Need to Boil the Potatoes First?
There is no need to boil these potatoes before you fry them. In lieu of boiling the potatoes to cook them through, opt for a fitted lid to cover the frying pan with. This will make the potatoes release moisture inside the pan and cook the potatoes through. Plus, you'll have one less pot to clean!
Ingredients
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil - A good fat to cook the potatoes in because it is both flavorful and healthy.
- Garlic - Provides the classic aroma to the dish.
- Parsley - Adds an earthy and spicy touch.
- Thyme - Provides minty and slightly lemony flavors.
- Rosemary - Adds a peppery and piney flavor.
- Freshly ground black pepper - Adds a spiciness to the dish.
- Kosher salt - Accentuates the other flavors.
How to Make the Perfect Fried Potatoes
- Toss potatoes - In a mixing bowl, toss the potatoes in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook garlic - Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the olive oil heats, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pan-fry potatoes - Add the potatoes to the pan and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook the potatoes for about 12-15 minutes until tender on the inside, stirring halfway through.
- Make potatoes crispy - Remove the lid and turn the heat up to medium-high. Cook the potatoes for an additional 5 minutes, or until the potatoes become golden brown and crispy.
- Season potatoes and serve - Remove from heat and toss with herbs. Then serve warm if eating as a side or at room temperature if serving as a salad topping.
Substitutions
- Garlic powder - If you prefer a lighter garlic flavor, you can season with garlic powder instead of garlic cloves.
Variations
- Bacon - Fry chopped bacon with potatoes if you want to add crispy flavor crystals
- Spicy - Add red chili flakes or smoked paprika to imbue heat to the dish.
- Onions - Sauté onions before adding the potatoes to add the classic sharp flavor.
- Basil - Fresh torn basil adds a brightness to the dish.
Equipment
This pan fried potatoes recipe requires just a few kitchen essentials, all of which you can use for many other common recipes. You will need tongs or a wooden spoon and a nonstick skillet such as a cast iron skillet or stainless steel skillet, so the potatoes cook evenly. You can even use a braiser or a dutch oven.
How to Store Pan Fried Potatoes
If you have leftover skillet fried potatoes, store them in an air-tight container in the refrigerator and reheat them in a skillet over low-medium heat with a tablespoon of olive oil to maintain the crispy texture.
Did You Like This Recipe?
If you liked this recipe, rate and comment below! For more easy weeknight sides, check out these favorites:
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- SAUTÉED GREEN BEANS WITH FURIKAKE
- FURIKAKE AND LEMON SHISHITO PEPPERS
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Ingredients
- 1 lb potatoes
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves sliced
- 3 tablespoon parsley minced
- 1 sprig thyme minced
- 1 sprig rosemary minced
Instructions
- Toss potatoes - In a mixing bowl, toss the potatoes in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook garlic - Heat a skillet on medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the olive oil heats, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pan-fry potatoes - Add the potatoes to the pan and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook the potatoes for about 12-15 minutes until tender on the inside, stirring halfway through.
- Make potatoes crispy - Remove the lid and turn the heat up to medium-high. Cook the potatoes for an additional 5 minutes, or until the potatoes become golden and crispy.
- Season potatoes and serve - Remove from heat and toss with herbs. Serve warm if eating as a side or at room temperature if serving as a salad topping.
Notes
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Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
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