Description
A classic French side dish made with crispy pan-fried potatoes, sweet caramelized onions, and warm spices. Simple yet elegant, these Lyonnaise potatoes pair beautifully with roasted meats, fish, or vegetarian mains.
Ingredients
1 pound (450 g) potatoes (such as Yukon Gold)
2 tbsp oil, divided
1 medium onion
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the onion into thin rounds. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet and cook onions over medium heat until caramelized (about 15 minutes), adding a splash of water at 5 and 10 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch rounds. Place in a pot, cover with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 4–5 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the same skillet. Add the potato slices and cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Return caramelized onions to the skillet. Stir in garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and salt. Cook a few more minutes until flavors combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Use Yukon Gold or waxy potatoes for best results.
Swap spices for fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for a more traditional flavor.
For extra richness, cook potatoes in butter instead of oil.
To reheat, use a skillet or oven to maintain crispness—avoid microwaving.
Roast potatoes at 400°F instead of pan-frying for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
