How long does it take to make Pan-Fried Potatoes?
Arrange the boiled potatoes in a wide skillet, add olive oil, and after 2–3 minutes garlic and herbs, and fry another 10–12 minutes until browned and crisp.
29 minTotal
21 minActive time
8 minSetting
Step by Step
| # | What to do | How long |
|---|
| 1 | Cut the potatoes into medium cubes | 5 min |
| 2 | Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water about 8 minutes | 8 min |
| 3 | Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, add the potatoes and fry 10 minutes, stirring occasionally | 10 min |
| 4 | Add the garlic and rosemary and fry another 5 minutes | 5 min |
| 5 | Season with salt and black pepper and serve hot | 1 min |
How to Tell It's Done
- until half-tender, and drain
- until the potatoes are golden and crisp
Tips
- Parboiling softens the potatoes all the way through, and the skillet just browns and crisps them on the outside.
- Add by cooking time: what needs long (onion, carrot, meat) goes in first, and what burns fast (garlic, dry spices) goes in last, only until fragrant.
Common Mistakes
- The water should taste like a seasoned soup, not like sea water: a heaping teaspoon of salt per liter. Add the salt once the water is boiling.
More Ways
- Boil the potatoes in water until tender, dry them, and fry in a skillet in olive oil with garlic until the edges are browned and crisp; fresh rosemary sprigs go into the oil while frying.
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