Here’s a classic, hearty recipe for Fried Potatoes and Onions with Smoked Sausage—comfort food at its finest!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1-inch cubes)
- 1 large onion, sliced or diced
- 1 lb (450 g) smoked sausage (like kielbasa or Andouille), sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes:
- Wash, peel, and dice the potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with a paper towel (this helps them crisp up).
- Cook the sausage:
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sausage slices and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the potatoes:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tbsp oil.
- Add potatoes and cook over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and almost tender.
- Add onions:
- Stir in onions, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook another 5–7 minutes until onions are soft and potatoes are fully tender.
- Combine and finish:
- Return the sausage to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook 2–3 more minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot as a main dish or hearty side.
💡 Tips for best results:
- For extra crispiness, parboil potatoes for 5 minutes before frying.
- Use a cast-iron skillet if you have one—potatoes get golden faster.
- Add bell peppers or a dash of smoked paprika for extra flavor.
If you want, I can also give a one-pan oven-baked version that requires less stirring but is just as crispy and flavorful. It’s great if you want hands-off cooking.
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