Description
German Fried Potatoes (Bratkartoffeln) are a classic side dish made from pan-fried potatoes, onions, and bacon. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg potatoes, waxy variety
- 1 large onion
- 150 g bacon, smoked
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the potatoes thinly.
- Peel and thinly slice the onion.
- Cut the bacon into small pieces.
- Heat the oil or lard in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Fry the potatoes for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet with the potatoes and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Return the crispy bacon to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together gently.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Waxy potatoes hold their shape better when fried.
- Do not stir the potatoes too often while they are frying; let them develop a crispy crust.
- Adjust the amount of bacon to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: German Fried Potatoes, Bratkartoffeln, fried potatoes, pan-fried potatoes, potato side dish, bacon potatoes, German cuisine