Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for lemon potatoes with dill that are pan-roasted to golden perfection. This dish uses microwave cooking to speed up the potato preparation, then finishes with a buttery, lemony sauté in a cast iron skillet for a deliciously crispy and aromatic side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 lb. yellow potatoes
Cooking
- 3 to 4 tbsp. butter
- 1 lemon, juice of
- 2 tsp snipped dill (Gourmet Garden Herbs or fresh)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Microwave Potatoes: Place the whole yellow potatoes in a single layer in a shallow, microwave-safe glass bowl. Cover loosely with plastic wrap, ensuring the potatoes do not touch the plastic. Microwave on high for 4 minutes and 30 seconds until tender but still firm enough to slice.
- Slice Potatoes: Carefully remove the hot bowl from the microwave. Uncover and slice each potato in half lengthwise to prepare for sautéing.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat until hot enough for sautéing.
- Sauté Potatoes: Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet along with 3 tablespoons of butter and half the lemon juice. Stir gently to coat the potatoes evenly. Season with salt, pepper, and the snipped dill. Let the potatoes caramelize by stirring only twice per minute, allowing them to develop a crispy, golden-brown exterior on all sides.
- Finish and Adjust Flavor: If desired, add the remaining butter and lemon juice to enhance richness and tang. Continue cooking until the potatoes are fully caramelized and heated through.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately for a bright, buttery, and herbaceous potato side dish.
Notes
- Microwaving the potatoes first significantly reduces cooking time while maintaining a tender interior.
- Using a cast iron skillet helps achieve the best caramelization and crispy texture.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and dill according to your taste preferences for a brighter or more herbaceous flavor.
- This recipe works well with Yukon Gold or other waxy yellow potatoes for optimal texture.
- For an added twist, sprinkle a little garlic powder before sautéing or finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lemon potatoes, pan roasted potatoes, dill potatoes, quick potato recipe, buttery potatoes, side dish, microwave potatoes, cast iron skillet
