Crispy Skillet Fingerling Potatoes: A Versatile Side for Every Meal

Nothing complements a meal quite like a side of perfectly cooked potatoes. Our “Crispy Skillet Potatoes” are pan-fried to golden perfection, offering a deliciously crispy texture outside with a tender, flavorful inside. Whether you’re pairing them with breakfast eggs, a light lunch salad, or a hearty dinner, these potatoes are sure to enhance any meal.

Celebrate Simplicity with Flavor

This dish begins with fingerling potatoes, known for their thin, edible skin and creamy flesh, making them ideal for skillet frying. Diced bacon adds a depth of smoky flavor, while the robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil locks in moisture, ensuring every slice is perfectly crisped.

Cooking Made Easy

The preparation of Crispy Skillet Potatoes is straightforward and satisfying. Start by slicing the potatoes into rounds, then pan-fry diced bacon until crispy. Add chopped onions and seasonings to the mix, letting the flavors meld under the heat. As the potatoes cook in the rendered bacon fat and olive oil, they absorb the savory flavors while developing a delectable crust.

Versatility in Every Bite

What makes these skillet potatoes stand out is their adaptability. Serve them as a savory breakfast side, toss them with a vinaigrette for a light lunch, or accompany your main course at dinner. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the bacon and add an extra tablespoon of olive oil—try our Rosemary or Dill Infused Olive Oils for an aromatic twist.

Tips for Perfect Potatoes

• Uniform Slices: Cut the potatoes into even rounds to ensure they cook uniformly.
• Preheat the Pan: Make sure your skillet is hot before adding the potatoes to achieve a crispy exterior.
• Don’t Overcrowd: Cook in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the pan to allow each potato round to crisp up properly.

Pan-fried Potatoes

These potatoes are a great addition to any meal: for breakfast, served with fried eggs and more bacon; for lunch, on their own tossed with a simple vinegarette; or alongside chicken or roast beef for dinner. To make them vegetarian -friendly, omit the bacon increase olive oil by 1tbsp. Serves 4 as a side

No ratings yet

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Course Side Dish

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb Fingerling Potatoes
• ½ lb Bacon diced
• 1 Medium Red Onion roughly chop
• Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper
• ¼ cup Regional Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil Robust
• Chopped Green Onions or Flat Leaf Parsley

Optional Ingredients

• Rosemary Infused Olive Oil in place of Regional Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil Robust
• Dill Infused Olive Oil in place of Regional Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil Robust

Instructions

 

• Wash, scrub, and slice the Fingerling Potatoes into dollar rounds. Set aside.
• Dice the bacon and roughly chop the onion.
• In a large frying pan, fry the bacon over medium-high heat. When it has started to crisp, add the onion and salt and pepper to taste.
• Once the onion just begins to soften, drain off all but 1 tbsp of the bacon grease.
• Add the potatoes and olive oil. Continue to stir and turn the potatoes until they are soft and crispy on the outside.
• Garnish with green onions or parsley.

Keyword Sides

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Why You’ll Love These Potatoes

• Crispy Satisfaction: There’s something incredibly satisfying about the crunch of well-fried potatoes.
• Customizable: Easily adaptable with different herbs and spices, or even different types of infused olive oils for varied flavors.
• All-Day Versatility: Perfect for any meal of the day, fitting seamlessly into diverse menus.

Our Crispy Skillet Potatoes are more than just a side dish; they’re a testament to the joy of simple, delicious cooking. Give this recipe a try and discover just how many ways you can enjoy these delightful potatoes.