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Golden Pan-Fried Potatoes with Mushrooms and Garlic-Dill Sauce

    A simple, deeply fragrant skillet: crisp golden potato wedges, juicy mushrooms with onion, and fresh dill. Serve it with a quick creamy garlic sauce, and you have a proper warm dinner for two or three with very little effort.

    Ingredients

    For the skillet

    • Potatoes, firm-fleshed — 1.3–1.5 lb | 600–700 g
    • Mushrooms (button or wild mushrooms) — 9–10 oz | 250–300 g
    • Large onion — 1
    • Vegetable oil — 2–3 tbsp for the potatoes, plus a little more for the mushrooms
    • Salt and black pepper — to taste
    • Sweet paprika — a pinch (optional)
    • Fresh dill — a few sprigs

    For the sauce

    • Mayonnaise — 3.5 oz | 100 g
    • Sour cream — 3.5 oz | 100 g
    • Garlic — 2–3 cloves
    • Dill — a little

    Step-by-Step Recipe

    1. Prepare the vegetables. Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into even batons or wedges. Slice the onion into half-moons. Clean the mushrooms and cut them into slices.
    2. Fry the potatoes. Heat 2–3 tbsp of oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes in a single layer and fry for 12–15 minutes, turning carefully from time to time, until golden and tender inside. Season with salt, paprika, and pepper.
    3. At the same time, fry the mushrooms with the onion. In a second skillet, heat a little oil. Add the onion and mushrooms and cook for 8–10 minutes over medium heat, until the mushrooms are browned and their liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and pepper.
    4. Combine. Add the mushrooms and onion to the potatoes, toss gently, and warm together for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors come together. Finish with chopped dill.
    5. Make the sauce. In a bowl, mix the sour cream and mayonnaise. Add finely grated or crushed garlic and chopped dill, stir until smooth, and salt lightly if needed.
    6. Serve. Divide the potatoes and mushrooms among plates and serve the sauce on the side or spooned over the top. Fresh cucumbers or a light salad are a perfect match.

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    Tips and Variations

    • For especially crisp potatoes, do not overcrowd the skillet: fry in a single layer and let the wedges sit for 2–3 minutes before turning.
    • If your potatoes are very moist, pat them dry with paper towels before frying.
    • For a lighter sauce, replace the mayonnaise with plain yogurt or increase the amount of sour cream.
    • Add spices to taste: smoked paprika, dried garlic, or an Italian herb blend.
    • The finished dish is delicious warm or at room temperature; the sauce is best served chilled.

    Nutritional Value (per serving)

    Calories ≈ 660 kcal
    Protein ≈ 13 g
    Fat ≈ 50 g
    Carbohydrates ≈ 48 g
    Fiber ≈ 7 g

    FAQ

    Which potatoes work best?

    Choose firm or all-purpose potatoes that hold their shape and do not fall apart; the wedges stay golden and pleasantly firm.

    Can I make the sauce without mayonnaise?

    Yes. Replace the mayonnaise with thick sour cream or plain yogurt. The flavor will be lighter and the texture a little softer.

    How do I store it for the next day?

    Store the potatoes and mushrooms separately from the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the potatoes in a skillet with a drop of oil to bring back the crust.