Sautéed Potatoes

Sautéed Potatoes are a simple, savory dish made by pan-frying diced or sliced potatoes in oil or butter until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside. Common ingredients include potatoes, oil or butter, salt, pepper, and often herbs like rosemary or parsley. This dish has roots in European and American home cooking and is a versatile side worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Sautéed Potatoes are primarily a carbohydrate-rich dish with moderate fat from the cooking oil or butter, and they provide a good source of potassium and vitamin C. A typical serving contains roughly 150-250 calories, depending on the amount of fat used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	200 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	300 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Iron	1 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	70 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, sautéed potatoes are a comfort food staple in many cuisines, from German Bratkartoffeln to American home fries. Nutritionally, they retain more potassium than boiled potatoes when cooked with minimal water, and the browning process can create flavorful compounds.