Source: Uuganbayar, AdobeStockIt's hard to imagine a more versatile side dish than simple and familiar potatoes. Especially since they can be boiled, fried, baked, or stewed. And it's also very convenient to cook potatoes in a skillet, so we're sharing 15 tried-and-true recipes!
1. Country-Style Potatoes in a Skillet
Source: eatthis.comClassic country-style potatoes are usually baked in the oven, but you can do without it.
You will need: 350 g potatoes, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian herbs, 1 tsp salt, spices, 20 g dill, 4 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Peel and coarsely chop the potatoes. Mix them with oil, spices, and minced garlic. Place on a preheated skillet and fry for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally. Sprinkle the finished potatoes with chopped dill.
2. Potatoes with Mushrooms and Onions in a Skillet
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruServe the finished potatoes with ketchup or any sauce to taste.
You will need: 1 onion, 500 g mushrooms, 1 kg potatoes, spices.
Preparation: Coarsely chop the onion, fry until golden, and add coarsely chopped mushrooms. Fry until browned and moisture evaporates, then set aside. Cut the potatoes into sticks, soak in cold water for a couple of minutes, and rinse. Fry them for about 20 minutes uncovered until browned, stirring occasionally. Add the mushrooms with onions and spices, mix, and fry for a few more minutes.
3. Potatoes in Sour Cream in a Skillet
Source: pinterest.comAny fat content sour cream, including homemade, will work for this recipe.
You will need: 600 g potatoes, 120 g sour cream, 60 ml water, 1 tsp paprika, spices.
Preparation: Cut the potatoes into sticks and fry them in oil in a skillet for 10-15 minutes until golden, but don't stir too often. Reduce the heat to minimum, add spices and sour cream mixed with water. Simmer everything together for another 10 minutes.
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4. Potatoes with Pork in Tomato Sauce in a Skillet
Source: pinterest.comA hearty main dish that is entirely cooked in a skillet.
You will need: 200 g pork, 200 g potatoes, 50 g tomato paste, 40 g onion, 40 g carrots, spices.
Preparation: Chop and fry the pork in a small amount of oil until browned. Add minced onion and fry them together for a bit. Add carrots and potatoes, and continue frying until the potatoes are almost cooked. Stir occasionally. Add tomato paste mixed with a couple of tablespoons of water and spices. Simmer everything together for another 7-8 minutes.
5. Potatoes with Vegetables in a Skillet
Source: karamelcafe.ruA versatile side dish for an everyday or festive table.
You will need: 4 potatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 1 clove garlic, 2 tomatoes, 120 g green beans, 70 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut all vegetables into medium pieces and immediately put them all together in the skillet. Add a little water and simmer for about 25 minutes with the lid on. At the end – add spices and minced garlic.
6. Potatoes with Chicken in a Skillet
Source: dzen.ruYou don't have to use chicken breast. With deboned thighs or drumsticks, the dish will be even tastier.
You will need: 400 g chicken, 10 potatoes, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Slice the onion into feathers, and the chicken and potatoes into medium pieces. Fry the chicken in oil until almost cooked, add the potatoes and fry for another 10 minutes, without covering the skillet and stirring occasionally. Add the onion and continue frying everything together until cooked through. Season to taste.
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7. Potatoes with Minced Meat in a Skillet
Source: montisbar.ruMixed minced meat, for example, pork and beef, will be ideal.
You will need: 500 g potatoes, 200 g minced meat, 1 onion, 1/2 carrot, spices.
Preparation: Coarsely chop the potatoes and fry them for 5-7 minutes over high heat, turning occasionally. Set aside. Separately fry the minced onion and carrot, add the minced meat and cook together for 6-7 minutes, stirring. Return the potatoes to the minced meat, season, mix, and add hot water up to about halfway. Simmer everything for 20 minutes with the lid on over low heat.
8. Potatoes with Bacon in a Skillet
Source: ok.ruIt turns out especially tasty and aromatic with smoked bacon.
You will need: 400 g potatoes, 100 g bacon, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Chop the bacon, fry it in a skillet until browned, and add thinly sliced onion. Fry everything together for a little longer and add the potatoes cut into strips. Season and mix, cover with a lid and cook everything together for 15-20 minutes over low heat.
9. Potatoes with Chanterelles in a Skillet
Source: postila.ruA hearty and interesting dish for dinner.
You will need: 500 g chanterelles, 4 potatoes, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Boil the chanterelles for 15 minutes in boiling water and chop them arbitrarily. Mince the onion, fry until translucent, and add the chanterelles. Fry everything together for 5-7 minutes. Add the potatoes cut into strips, season, and cook for 15-20 minutes with the lid on over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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10. Potatoes with Cracklings in a Skillet
Source: gotovim-po.ruThe most homemade recipe in this collection – you definitely have to try it.
You will need: 800 g potatoes, 100 g lard, 1 onion, salt.
Preparation: Peel the potatoes, cut them into thin slices, and cover with cold water. Finely chop the onion and coarsely chop the lard. Fry the lard in a dry, hot skillet until all the fat has rendered. Pat the potatoes dry with paper towels and place them in the skillet. Fry until browned, stirring occasionally. 5 minutes before the end – add the onion, fry until cooked through, and salt.
11. Potatoes with Sausages in a Skillet
Source: dzen.ruAny sausages will work here – smoked, boiled, and even with cheese.
You will need: 1 onion, 6 potatoes, 4 sausages, spices.
Preparation: Slice the potatoes thinly, season, and fry for 3-4 minutes over medium heat, stirring. Add minced onion and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Add the sliced sausages and continue frying everything together until cooked through for another 3-4 minutes. At the end – steam everything under the lid for a couple of minutes.
12. New Potatoes in a Skillet
Source: razgulyayka.ruSmall potatoes can be fried whole with their skins on.
You will need: 1 kg new potatoes, 2 cloves garlic, 15 g dill, salt.
Preparation: Wash the potatoes thoroughly, pat them dry, and fry them in oil in a preheated skillet over medium heat. Turn the potatoes occasionally and fry until browned – about 20-30 minutes. Then salt, add minced garlic, heat for another 1 minute, and remove the potatoes from the heat. Sprinkle with chopped dill and add a knob of butter if desired.
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13. Potatoes with Egg in a Skillet
Source: rutxt.ruWhen you need something maximally hearty and with just a few ingredients.
You will need: 3 potatoes, 2 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Cut the potatoes into sticks and fry over medium heat for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally. When the potatoes are browned and crispy, pour in the beaten eggs, mix, season, and cover everything with a lid. Fry for another 10 minutes over low heat.
14. Potatoes with Soy Sauce in a Skillet
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruSoy sauce goes well with a variety of dishes, including potatoes.
You will need: 600 g potatoes, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp soy sauce, herbs.
Preparation: Coarsely chop the potatoes and fry them in oil for 5 minutes over high heat. Add soy sauce and cook for 15 minutes with the lid on over low heat, stirring occasionally. When the potatoes are cooked, add chopped garlic and herbs.
15. French Fries in a Skillet
Source: postila.ruHere's how to properly make truly crispy French fries.
You will need: 400 g potatoes, 1 tsp salt, 300 ml vegetable oil.
Preparation: Cut the peeled potatoes into sticks, soak them in cold water for 10 minutes, then completely pat them dry with paper towels. Fry the potatoes in small batches in a large amount of oil in a skillet, then transfer them back to paper towels and salt.