Description
Try this vegan home fries recipe for diner-worthy breakfast potatoes. Crispy, garlicky, and guaranteed to satisfy your breakfast cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 – 5 russet potatoes, peeled (about 1.5 pounds)*
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 – 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
*Fresh ingredients you need that are not part of our pantry and freezer tips.
Instructions
- Peel potatoes and cut them in quarters or in half if they are smaller. (Resist the urge to cut them too small right now. If the potatoes are too small when they are boiled they will take on more water and won’t be as tasty!)
- Fill a medium sized pot with cold water. Add the potatoes and ½ tsp salt. Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat as much as is needed to prevent the water from boiling over and partially cover the pot with the lid. Boil the potatoes for 8-10 minutes until they are soft but not mushy. Drain the water and allow the potatoes to cool enough to handle.
- Carefully cut the potatoes into smaller pieces. *Don’t worry if there are some small bits that crumble. Those crumbly bits are perfect in home fries because they get really crispy and delicious.
- Melt the butter in a skillet, add the chopped potatoes and sprinkle them with remaining salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch over the potatoes and stir gently until no more starch is visible.
- Season with garlic powder and paprika. Toss the potatoes so they are evenly covered in the spices and spread the potatoes into a single layer so they will evenly brown.
- Allow to cook for about 10 minutes, flipping the potatoes occasionally until all sides are nicely browned and crispy. Try serving alongside my 10 Minute Tofu Breakfast Scramble!
- To freeze these vegan home fries, spread the leftover (or made ahead) home fries in a single layer on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Place the tray in your freezer and allow the home fries to fully freeze for about 2 hours. Then transfer the home fries to an airtight container or freezer bag for longer storage. To reheat the home fries, simply add the frozen fries to a hot skillet and warm through for about 10 minutes. The texture will be slightly different but they still crisp up nicely and the change in texture is very minimal.
Notes
Approximate Cost: $1.98 CAD. Using two tablespoons non-dairy butter costs me $0.42 vs. dairy butter at $0.40.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Canadian