Southern Fried Potatoes
Old fashioned "fried potatoes" made in a cast iron skillet.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet I used a 12" one
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb Red Potatoes
- ¾ cup Beef Tallow or cooking oil, shortening, or lard
- Salt & Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Heat the beef tallow in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until melted and hot. The melted tallow should be about ¼ inch deep in the skillet.Add the peeled and sliced potatoes and cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the potatoes are fork tender, turning occasionally with a spatula. Some of the potatoes will naturally break apart during cooking.Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium-high or high, and continue cooking, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are browned and crispy around the edges.Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish or paper towel-lined plate if desired. Season generously with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
If you use less potatoes, use less grease and a smaller skillet. We are not counting calories for this one)))