Pan-fried potatoes

Pan-fried potatoes are a simple, savory dish where sliced or diced potatoes are cooked in oil or butter until crispy on the outside and tender inside. The classic version uses basic ingredients like potatoes, fat (such as vegetable oil or butter), salt, and often onions or herbs like rosemary. This humble dish is a staple in many cuisines worldwide, from German Bratkartoffeln to American home fries.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Pan-fried potatoes are primarily a source of carbohydrates from the potatoes, with added fat from the cooking oil or butter, making them moderately high in calories. A typical serving provides a good amount of potassium and vitamin C from the potatoes, along with some B vitamins, though the exact nutritional profile depends on the amount of fat used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	1.5 g
Sodium	250 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	55 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Iron	1 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pan-fried potatoes are a universal comfort food that transcends borders, often adapted with local spices and ingredients. Nutritionally, while frying adds calories, it can also enhance the bioavailability of certain fat-soluble nutrients in potatoes, and the crispy texture makes them a satisfying, versatile side dish or main component in many meals.