Cast Iron Skillet Potatoes
What makes cast iron potatoes so special? It's all in the cooking method. By roasting them in a sizzling hot cast iron skillet, you'll get a perfectly caramelized exterior and a fluffy, tender interior that. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor, there's nothing quite like a perfectly cooked cast iron skillet potato.
Ingredients
- 3 large potatoes
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes and pat them dry. There's no need to peel them.
- Slice potatoes lengthwise into quarters. Then, cut each quarter into 1 inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary. Mix well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned potatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes start to brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the potatoes cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Storage Instructions:
Refrigerator:
To store leftover cast iron potatoes, you should allow them to cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container or resealable bag. Store the potatoes in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When you're ready to reheat them, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat them in a skillet over medium heat with a little bit of oil or butter. Stir frequently until they are heated through. It's worth noting that while leftover cast iron potatoes can be reheated, they may not be as crispy as when they were first cooked. So, it's best to enjoy them fresh whenever possible.Freezer
Technically, you can freeze cast iron potatoes, but the texture and flavor may suffer as a result. Potatoes tend to become mealy and watery when frozen, and the high heat used in cast iron cooking can make this problem worse. If you do decide to freeze cast iron potatoes, make sure they are fully cooled before placing them in an airtight container or resealable bag. To prevent freezer burn, make sure the container is tightly sealed and remove as much air as possible. When you're ready to reheat the potatoes, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight. Then, reheat them in the oven or on the stove using the same methods as for leftover potatoes. However, keep in mind that the texture may not be as crisp as it was originally. Overall, it's best to enjoy cast iron potatoes fresh if possible. If you do have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator and reheat them within a few days for the best flavor and texture.Nutrition
Calories: 337kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 599mgPotassium: 1181mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 2mg
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