Spicy and Flavorful Cajun Home Fries

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Spicy and Flavorful Cajun Home Fries
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 01, 2023

Transform your breakfast potatoes into a spicy and flavorful dish with this Cajun home fries recipe. These crispy and tender potatoes are seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices, giving them a unique and zesty taste. Serve them as a side dish or breakfast staple, and enjoy the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine.

Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Wash and scrub the potatoes, then cut them into small cubes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Toss the potato cubes in the spice mixture until they are evenly coated.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the seasoned potato cubes to the skillet and spread them out in a single layer.
  6. Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, flipping occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.
  7. Serve the Cajun home fries hot as a side dish or breakfast accompaniment.

Interesting Facts

  • Cajun cuisine originates from the French-speaking Acadian people who were displaced from Canada and settled in Louisiana.
  • The term 'Cajun' is derived from 'Acadian,' which refers to the French-speaking people of Acadia in Canada.
  • Cajun spices commonly include paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, among others.
  • Home fries are a popular American breakfast dish made from fried, seasoned potatoes.