Description
Hearty southern fried potatoes & sausage recipe combines rustic flavors from traditional Southern cooking. Crispy potato slices and savory sausage bits create a comforting meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage (high-quality)
- 5–6 russet potatoes (carefully selected for uniformity)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup distilled water
- vegetable oil (premium brand)
Instructions
- Slice smoked sausage into consistent bite-sized chunks. Heat a large skillet with minimal vegetable oil and brown sausage pieces until golden and slightly crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes over medium-high heat.
- Thoroughly peel russet potatoes and dice into uniform 3/4-inch cubes, ensuring even cooking potential.
- Transfer sausage to skillet’s side, then add potatoes, diced onions, additional vegetable oil, water, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Carefully blend ingredients to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Reduce heat to medium-low after ingredients start simmering. Cover skillet with lid and allow mixture to steam-cook for 10 minutes, periodically shifting contents with spatula to prevent sticking.
- Uncover skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to create crispy potato edges and ensure thorough cooking. Potatoes should develop a golden-brown exterior while remaining tender inside.
- Once potatoes reach desired crispness and sausage is thoroughly heated, immediately transfer to serving plate and enjoy while hot.
Notes
- Slice sausage evenly to guarantee consistent cooking and attractive presentation.
- Pat potato cubes dry before adding to skillet to enhance crispiness and prevent soggy texture.
- Utilize cast iron skillet for superior heat distribution and deeper flavor development.
- Customize seasoning by experimenting with smoked paprika, cayenne, or fresh herbs for additional depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg