Side dishe for 4
Crisp Sautéed Red Potatoes
Small red potatoes are briefly boiled, then sautéed with butter and olive oil until browned and crisp.
Typical price
$1.98for 4 servings
$0.50 per serving$1.98 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

Photo: natashaskitchen.com
- 25 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianGluten-freeBudgetSide dishes
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Potatoes$0.99/lb typical | 1.5 lb | $1.48Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | a little | $0.07Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.98 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb small red potatoes
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt (optional)
- black pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp chives or green onion (optional)
Steps
- Halve the potatoes, place them in a medium pot, cover with water, and boil for 8 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and pat them dry, then season with salt and pepper if using.
- Heat the oil and butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
- Add the potatoes cut-side down and cook for 7 minutes until browned.
- Turn the potatoes and cook for 7 more minutes until crisp and tender, then stir in the chives or green onion if using.
Swaps
- Potatoes for Sweet potatoesabout $0.30/lb more at typical prices
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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