Ingredients
- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives), chopped, for garnish
- Grated cheese (optional), for extra flavor
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes or thin slices for faster cooking.
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion (if using) and sauté for 1–2 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the potatoes to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
- Stir well to coat the potatoes in the oil/butter and spices.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden and cooked through.
- Remove the lid, sprinkle with grated cheese if you like, and let it melt.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Serve hot — simple, quick, and so good your neighbors will want the recipe!
Would you like me to adjust this to be oven-baked, air-fried, or keep it stovetop?