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Pan Fried Potatoes

Crispy, golden pan fried potatoes cooked in a skillet with butter and garlic for the perfect comfort-food side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add potatoes cut-side down in a single layer.
  3. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until potatoes soften.
  4. Uncover, add butter, and cook until golden and crispy.
  5. Season with garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  6. Garnish with herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispiness, avoid stirring too frequently.