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Nutritional Values
310kcal
5gProtein
30gCarbs
20gFat
3gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Lyonnaise Potatoes
How to order / say it
Say it
Pommes Lyonnaise — [pohm lee-yo-NEHZ]
Order
I'd like the lyonnaise potatoes, please.
Locally
Je voudrais les pommes lyonnaise, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
Crispy pan-fried potatoes with onions and parsley.
Why try it?
A simple yet flavorful dish, Lyonnaise potatoes exemplify the home-style cooking of Lyon, pairing perfectly with almost any main course and bringing a comforting taste of the region.
How it tastes
Thinly-sliced potatoes are cooked until crispy on the outside and tender inside, seasoned with caramelized onions and a touch of parsley for freshness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1775
The recipe dates back to the 18th century as a way to elevate potatoes, a staple food, into a decadent side dish using the rich flavors of caramelized onions and butter.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 500 g potatoes
- 🧄 2 onions
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🌿 2 tbsp parsley
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tsp pepper
Method
- 1 Thinly slice potatoes and onions.
- 2 Fry potatoes in butter until golden brown and crispy.
- 3 Add onions and cook until they caramelize.
- 4 Sprinkle with parsley, salt, and pepper before serving.
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