Description
Crispy golden Lyonnaise potatoes dance with caramelized onions in this classic French side dish that brings comfort and elegance to your table. Delicate layers of sliced potatoes and sweet onions create a harmonious blend of textures you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 1.2 kilograms (2 pounds 12 ounces) medium potatoes (Desiree, Maris Piper, or Elfe), peeled
Aromatics:
- 3 large onions, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Fats and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 50 grams (1.34 ounces) butter
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Caramelize onions in a blend of olive oil and butter over low heat for 30-35 minutes until they turn translucent and develop a rich, golden hue.
- Prepare potato slices by briefly boiling in salted water for 3 minutes, then drain and allow to air-dry, creating a surface that will crisp beautifully.
- Infuse the caramelized onions with aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, earthy thyme, and a balanced seasoning of salt and pepper.
- Gently fold the seasoned onions and prepared potato slices together, ensuring even distribution of flavors without breaking the potato pieces.
- Spread the potato and onion mixture into a shallow baking dish, maintaining a layer no deeper than 5 centimeters to promote even cooking and crispy edges.
- Strategically place small dollops of remaining butter across the surface to enhance browning and add richness.
- Roast in a preheated oven at 200°C (180°C for fan-assisted) for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden, crisp exterior and tender interior.
Notes
- Caramelize onions slowly to develop deep, rich flavor without burning, ensuring a sweet and mellow base for the dish.
- Parboiling potatoes creates a crispy exterior while maintaining a creamy interior, key to achieving the perfect Lyonnaise texture.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Maris Piper for maximum crispiness and golden-brown results when baking.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like rosemary or sage as alternatives to thyme for a personalized flavor profile that complements the buttery potatoes and caramelized onions.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 343 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg