Description
Bratkartoffeln are traditional German crispy pan-fried potatoes, golden on the outside and tender inside. Made with simple ingredients like boiled potatoes, onions, and oil, this dish is a comforting and satisfying side or main meal.
Ingredients
2 pounds waxy potatoes (like Yukon Gold or red potatoes), boiled and cooled
2 tablespoons oil (pork fat, butter, olive oil, or avocado oil)
1 onion, finely chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: chopped fresh parsley, vegan bacon, garlic
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes until fork-tender, ideally the day before, and refrigerate overnight for best texture.
- Peel the cooled potatoes (or leave skins on) and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Heat oil in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium heat.
- Lay potato slices in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Flip potatoes and cook the other side until browned.
- Add chopped onion and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and optionally garnish with parsley or serve with vegan sausage or a fried egg.
Notes
Use leftover boiled potatoes to save time and improve texture.
Do not stir the potatoes too early—letting them sit creates a crispy crust.
Add garlic, smoked paprika, or vegan bacon for added flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet for best texture.
Microwaving makes the potatoes soft; avoid freezing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
