Delicious Fried Breakfast Potatoes with Bacon and Peppers

TLDRLearn how to make delicious fried breakfast potatoes with bacon, onions, and peppers. Watch as the potatoes are cooked to perfection, golden and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve them with your favorite breakfast dish for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Key insights

🥓Adding bacon to the skillet first allows it to release its grease, which is essential for frying the potatoes and adding flavor.

🥔Cutting the potatoes into similar-sized pieces ensures even cooking and prevents some pieces from burning while others are still raw.

🧅Adding onions and peppers to the skillet adds flavor and texture to the dish, creating a tasty and colorful breakfast.

🍳These fried breakfast potatoes can be served as a side dish to any breakfast meal, or enjoyed on their own with fried eggs for a complete and satisfying breakfast.

🌶️The addition of cayenne pepper gives the potatoes a little bit of a kick, but it can be adjusted or omitted depending on personal preference.

Q&A

Can I use different types of potatoes for this recipe?

Yes, you can use red, gold, or russet potatoes for this recipe. Rusted potatoes are recommended for frying as they have a nice texture.

Do I need to cover the skillet while frying the potatoes?

No, you do not need to cover the skillet while frying the potatoes. The potatoes cook perfectly without a lid.

Can I skip adding the peppers?

Yes, you can omit the peppers if you prefer or use a different color of peppers, such as red, orange, or green.

Can I make these fried breakfast potatoes for lunch or dinner?

Absolutely! These potatoes are delicious and can be enjoyed any time of the day as a side dish or main course.

Can I adjust the amount of seasoning used?

Yes, you can adjust the amount of seasoning according to your taste preferences. Feel free to add more or less of each spice.

Timestamped Summary

00:10This video demonstrates how to make delicious fried breakfast potatoes with bacon, onions, and peppers.

00:22Start by adding bacon to a skillet and cook over medium-low heat until it releases its grease.

02:21Cut a large potato into evenly sized pieces and add them to the skillet. Cook the potatoes until they are golden and crispy.

03:19Add onions and peppers to the skillet and cook until they are slightly translucent.

04:21Season the potatoes with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

05:00Toss the potatoes and seasonings together until they are evenly coated.

06:04Sprinkle chopped parsley over the potatoes for added flavor and color.

07:47Serve the fried breakfast potatoes with your favorite breakfast dish or enjoy them on their own.