Zharenaya Kartoshka (Pan-Fried Potatoes with Onion)

Ingredients

• Potatoes, waxy or all-purpose 1.2 kg (1 kg peeled)
• Onion 1 large (150 g)
• Sunflower oil 5 tbsp
• Salt 1.25 tsp (7 g)
• Black pepper, ground 0.25 tsp
• Fresh dill, chopped 2 tbsp (8 g)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the potatoes, cut them into slices or sticks about 4 mm thick, rinse in cold water and pat completely dry with a towel.

2. 2

   Halve the onion and slice it into thin half-rings.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a large heavy frying pan (28 cm or more) over medium-high heat until it shimmers, and add the potatoes in an even layer.

4. 4

   Fry without stirring for 7-8 minutes, until a golden crust forms underneath, then turn the potatoes with a spatula.

5. 5

   Keep frying for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until most pieces are golden and tender.

6. 6

   Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and fry for 5-7 minutes more, turning twice, until the onion is soft and browned.

7. 7

   Take off the heat, sprinkle with the dill and serve hot.