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Southern Fried Breakfast Potatoes

Start your day with these crispy and fluffy Southern Fried Breakfast Potatoes, bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes:
  • 8 cups water
  • 3 large Russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 cups peanut oil or vegetable oil
  • to taste Salt to finish
For the Dipping Sauce:
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Deep Fryer or Heavy Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Begin by placing the peeled and cubed potatoes into a large pot. Fill the pot with 8 cups of water and add 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are just tender but not falling apart.
  2. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them using a slotted spoon and let them cool on a paper towel.
  3. In a deep fryer or heavy skillet, heat 4 cups of peanut oil or vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Carefully add the cooled potatoes to the hot oil in batches. Fry them for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, ½ cup of tomato paste, 2 teaspoons of sherry vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve the Southern Fried Breakfast Potatoes hot, sprinkled with a bit of salt to finish, and accompanied by the flavorful dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the frying pan to keep oil temperature consistent.
  • Let the potatoes cool adequately after boiling for extra crispiness.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially if you prefer less heat.