Potatoes O’Brien is a country breakfast favorite that is also wonderful next to the main dish at dinner time! Potatoes fried with red and green bell peppers and onions are simple and delicious! It truly is the ultimate breakfast side that the whole family will love!
3largerusset potatoes(washed and diced into ½-inch cubes)
2tablespoonvegetable oil
½largegreen bell pepper(de-seeded and diced)
½largered bell pepper(de-seeded and diced)
¼cuponion(white or yellow onion, diced)
¼teaspooneach, salt & pepper(to taste)
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Instructions
Wash and dice the potatoes into ½-inch cubes and transfer them into a large pot of salted water. Bring the potatoes to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes. The potatoes should be slightly tender, but not falling apart.
Drain the cubed potatoes and rinse in cold water. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or frying pan with the vegetable oil to medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer and is just starting to smoke, add the diced potatoes, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, and onion.
Stir to mix, season with salt and pepper, then fry until crisped and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Be sure to occasionally flip or stir your potatoes O'Brien as they cook.
Serve immediately when done.
Notes
You can prep the potatoes ahead of time! Simply cube the potatoes and keep them completely submerged in a bowl of cold water for up to 24 hours!
Potatoes are not traditionally peeled for potatoes O’Brien, but you can if you prefer! Make sure to either keep a good eye on the potatoes or add a little extra oil as needed to prevent them from sticking.
Potatoes O’Brien makes a great base to add to egg dishes! Try adding to a frittata, quiche, baked eggs, or even my delicious baked Denver omelet for a hearty and tasty breakfast!