Learn how to achieve perfectly crispy, pan-fried potatoes with a fluffy centre. They are a great alternative to chips, and are so much simpler to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1kg waxy potato, such as Maris Peer or Desirée
- 6-8 tbsp sunflower or olive oil
Method
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Cut 1 kg waxy potatoes into chunks.
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Bring a large pan of water to the boil, then cook the potatoes for 3 mins. Drain, shake out onto a kitchen paper-lined tray and leave to cool.
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When ready to serve, heat 6-8 tbsp sunflower or olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan until you can feel a strong heat rising.
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If your pan isn’t large enough, fry the potatoes in two batches – rather than crowding them. Have kitchen paper ready to drain them on. Add the potatoes in a single layer, not too tightly packed.
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Turn the heat to medium-high, so that the potatoes sizzle, but don’t stir until they start to brown underneath.
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Turn them all evenly 2 or 3 times until nicely browned all over – this can take about 7 mins.
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Then lift out with a fish slice or large slotted spoon to drain on more kitchen paper. Sprinkle with sea salt.