Diner Style Home Fried Breakfast Potatoes

Step 1

Add the potatoes to a pot, and cover with water by a 1/2". Generously salt the water. Bring the mixture to a boil and let the potatoes cook for 2 minutes. our the potatoes into a strainer to drain, and let rest for 5 full minutes.

Step 2

Add 1 tbsp of oil to a large cast iron skillet, and heat it over medium heat. When the oil's nice and hot, stir in the onions. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked onions to a separate plate, and return the skillet to the stove.

Step 3

Add the rest of the oil and the butter to the skillet, again heating over medium heat. When the oil's nice and hot, add the potatoes- tossing evenly to coat with the oil and butter.

Step 4

Use a spatula to spread the potatoes out into a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes, only stirring once half way through, so everything gets nice and crispy.

Step 5

Sprinkle to garlic, paprika, salt & pepper evenly out over the potatoes. Add the onions and stir until everything is evenly combined.

Step 6

Serve immediately, alongside your other breakfast favorites.