Crispy German Fried Potatoes – Golden and Crispy Every Time
Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside—these classic German Fried Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Made with potatoes cooked the day before and a few simple ingredients, they're easy to make and turn out perfectly crispy every time.
Ingredients
- 1 kg waxy potatoes (Sorte Annabelle)
- 2-3 TBSP oil (neutral cooking oil)
- 1 onion
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cook the PotatoesBoil the potatoes in salted water the day before. Let them cool completely, then refrigerate overnight.
- 2
Prepare the IngredientsPeel the potatoes and slice them into thin, even rounds. Peel the onion and finely dice it.
- 3
Fry the PotatoesHeat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potato slices in an even layer and let them cook undisturbed for several minutes until the bottom is beautifully golden and crispy.
- 4
Add the OnionStir in the diced onion and continue frying. Carefully turn the potatoes only once they release easily from the pan and have developed a crispy crust.
- 5
Season and ServeSeason with salt and black pepper throughout the cooking process. Taste one last time before serving and enjoy immediately while they're hot and crispy.
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