Southern Fried Potatoes & Sausage

Description

Southern Fried Potatoes & Sausage is a hearty, skillet-fried comfort dish that combines crispy golden potatoes with smoky sausage, onions, and spices. It’s a budget-friendly recipe that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The sizzling potatoes absorb all the sausage flavor, giving each bite a savory, down-home taste that’s loved across the South.

Ingredients For Southern Fried Potatoes & Sausage

• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes

• 12 oz (340g) smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced into ¼-inch rounds

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil or bacon grease

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the potatoes – Peel and dice potatoes into even cubes. Rinse under cold water to remove starch, then pat dry with a towel (this helps them crisp).

2. Heat the skillet – In a large cast-iron skillet or heavy pan, heat oil over medium-high heat.

3. Cook the sausage – Add sausage slices and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.

4. Fry the potatoes – Add potatoes to the same skillet. Season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender.

5. Add onions & sausage – Stir in onions and cooked sausage. Cook for another 5–6 minutes, allowing onions to soften and flavors to blend.

6. Serve hot – Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy warm.

Notes

• A cast iron skillet gives the best crispy edges.

• Smoked sausage or andouille adds extra flavor depth.

• Bacon grease instead of oil makes it more authentic and flavorful.

Tips

• Don’t overcrowd the skillet—it will steam the potatoes instead of frying them.

• Pre-cook potatoes for 3–4 minutes in the microwave for faster frying.

• For spice lovers, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

Servings

• Serves: 4 people

• Serving Size: About 1½ cups

Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)

• Calories: 365 kcal

• Protein: 13g

• Carbohydrates: 38g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sodium: 890mg

Benefits

• Hearty & filling – Great for active days or when you need comfort food.

• Budget-friendly – Uses inexpensive, widely available ingredients.

• Versatile – Works as breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

Q/A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! Cook and cool completely, then store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for best crispiness.

Q: What potatoes work best?
A: Russet or Yukon Gold for crispness. Waxy potatoes like red potatoes will be softer.

Q: Can I make it healthier?
A: Use turkey sausage, olive oil, and add bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrients.