Whether you’re having breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this pan-fried potatoes recipe is your ticket to a fabulous meal! With these fried potatoes, you have a quick and easy dish that goes great as a side or even a main course. These crispy, salty potatoes will be loved by all and only take mere moments to make!
Pan-Fried Potatoes Recipe
![Fried potato ingredients.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-1-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Ingredients you will need:
- 2 to 3 Russet Potatoes (one per person)
- ½ onion
- 2 T. butter
Chop 2 to 3 Russet potatoes.
![Chopping potatoes.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-2-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Place potatoes in a saucepan with 1 inch of water and boil.
![Placing potatoes in pan.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-3-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
While the potatoes are boiling, place 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet.
![Placing butter into pan.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-4-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Add 1/2 diced onion to non-stick skillet.
![Adding onions to pan.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-5-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Saute onions and butter on stove set to medium-high.
![Sautes onions.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-6-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Once onions are brown, drain potatoes and place in skillet.
![Adds potatoes to pan.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-9-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Add salt and pepper to taste.
![Adds salt and pepper to potatoes.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-10-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Flip potatoes and cook until golden brown with crispy edges.
![Flipping the potatoes.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-12-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)
Remove from heat and serve! Now you know how to pan fry potatoes for a delicious side dish!
![Completed potatoes.](https://i0.wp.com/www.radacutlery.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Fried-Potatoes-pic-15-300x169.png?resize=300%2C169&ssl=1)