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Browned potato cubes with onions and green and red peppers in a cast-iron skillet.
Andrew Fowler

Diner Home Fries

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 2 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 3 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cover the potatoes with cold water, add 1 teaspoon salt and simmer for 6 minutes until the edges soften but the centers remain firm.
  2. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and spread them on a sheet pan for 10 minutes until their surfaces look dry.
  3. Heat the oil on a large griddle over medium-high heat, add the potatoes in one layer and cook undisturbed for 6 minutes.
  4. Turn the potatoes and cook for 6 minutes more, then add the onion, bell pepper, paprika, pepper and remaining salt.
  5. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the potatoes have several crisp brown sides.