Start your morning with a hearty and satisfying breakfast of juicy grilled sausages and golden, crispy potato slices. The potatoes are seasoned simply and cooked until crisp on the outside and tender inside, while the sausages add plenty of savory flavor. Serve everything hot with eggs, toast, or your favorite breakfast sides for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
For the Sausages
- 6 breakfast sausages
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika, optional
For the Crispy Potato Slices
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Optional for Serving
- Fried or scrambled eggs
- Toast
- Fresh parsley
- Ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce
Instructions
1. Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and scrub the potatoes well. You can peel them if preferred, then slice them into thin, even rounds.
Place the slices in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 10 minutes. Drain and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel.
2. Season the Potatoes
Place the potato slices in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
Toss well until every slice is evenly coated.
3. Cook the Potatoes
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add the seasoned potato slices in a single layer.
Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender in the center.
Work in batches if necessary so the potatoes have enough room to crisp properly.
4. Grill the Sausages
While the potatoes are cooking, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush the sausages with olive oil and season with black pepper and paprika if desired.
Cook for approximately 10–12 minutes, turning frequently, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
Cooking time will vary depending on the size and type of sausage, so make sure they are fully cooked before serving.
5. Assemble the Breakfast
Arrange the crispy potato slices and grilled sausages on serving plates. Add fried or scrambled eggs and toast if desired.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips for Extra-Crispy Potatoes
- Slice the potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Dry the potatoes thoroughly after soaking.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet.
- Let the potatoes develop a golden crust before turning them.
- For even more crispiness, use a cast-iron skillet.
Serving Suggestions
Pair the sausages and crispy potatoes with scrambled eggs, sunny-side-up eggs, toast, baked beans, sautéed mushrooms, or fresh fruit. A cup of hot tea or coffee makes this hearty breakfast complete.
Storage
Store leftover potatoes and sausages separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the potatoes in a skillet or air fryer to help restore their crispiness, and heat the sausages thoroughly before serving.