Description
Crispy golden Lyonnaise potatoes dance with caramelized onions in this classic French side dish that brings rustic charm to any meal. Rich butter and delicate herbs elevate simple ingredients into a luxurious companion for roasted meats and elegant dinners you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
Cooking Fats:
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) vegetable oil
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes by peeling and creating thin, uniform slices, then briefly blanch in boiling water for approximately 2 minutes to initiate partial cooking.
- Carefully drain potato slices and thoroughly dry using paper towels to ensure crisp texture during subsequent cooking.
- Combine butter and oil in a large skillet, heating over medium-high temperature until the mixture shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Arrange potato slices and thinly sliced onions in a single, uncrowded layer across the pan’s surface to promote even caramelization.
- Allow potatoes to develop a rich golden-brown crust on one side without disturbing, approximately 4-5 minutes, then gently flip using a spatula to crisp the opposite side.
- During the final cooking stage, introduce minced garlic to the pan, stirring briefly to release aromatic flavors without burning.
- Enhance the dish with a balanced sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even distribution across the potatoes and onions.
- Transfer the golden, crispy Lyonnaise potatoes to a serving platter, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant visual and flavor finish.
- Serve immediately while potatoes remain hot and crisp, presenting a classic French side dish with delightful texture and rich flavor profile.
Notes
- Achieve crispy edges by ensuring potatoes are completely dry before frying, using a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- Opt for starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture and golden-brown results.
- Prevent sticking by using a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan with enough fat to create a crisp exterior.
- Customize the dish by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary, or incorporating bacon bits for extra flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 348 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 2900 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 11 mg