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Fried Potatoes and Sausage Skillet 🥔ðŸŒðŸ”¥
Hearty, crispy, and ready in just 30 minutes
Introduction
This Fried Potatoes and Sausage Skillet is a simple, satisfying one-pan meal.
Golden, crispy potatoes are cooked with savory sausage and onions for a dish that’s filling, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Main:
- 4–5 medium potatoes (diced)
- 300–400g sausage (sliced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Seasoning:
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- Bell peppers
- Chili flakes
- Fresh parsley
- Shredded cheese
- Fried or scrambled eggs on top
Substitutions:
- Sausage → chicken sausage or turkey sausage
- Potatoes → sweet potatoes
- Oil → butter or ghee
- Onion → shallots
Timing
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Total time: ~30 minutes
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Cook potatoes
Heat oil in a large skillet. Add diced potatoes and cook over medium heat until golden and crispy (about 10–12 minutes).
Step 2: Add sausage
Add sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
Step 3: Add onions
Stir in onions and cook until softened.
Step 4: Season
Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Step 5: Finish
Cook for a few more minutes until everything is crispy and well combined.
Step 6: Serve
Garnish with parsley or cheese if desired and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (approx per serving)
- Calories: 400–600 kcal
- Protein: 15–25g
- Carbohydrates: 35–50g
- Fat: 20–30g
Healthier Alternatives
- Use lean sausage
- Reduce oil
- Add more vegetables
- Use sweet potatoes
- Skip cheese
Serving Suggestions
- Top with fried eggs
- Serve with toast
- Pair with salad
- Add hot sauce
- Serve as breakfast or dinner
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Cutting potatoes too large (slow cooking)
- Overcrowding pan (less crispiness)
- Not cooking potatoes long enough
- Adding sausage too early
- Under-seasoning
Storage Tips
- Store in fridge up to 3 days
- Reheat in skillet for best texture
- Avoid microwaving if possible
- Freeze possible but texture may change
- Store in airtight container