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Breakfast Potatoes
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Breakfast Potatoes

Breakfast Potatoes is a classic Canadian breakfast that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Potatoes, Bacon, Garlic Clove, Maple Syrup, Parsley, Pepper and Allspice, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Canadian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Beavertails.

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Ingredients

  • Potatoes3 Medium
  • Olive Oil1 tbs
  • Bacon2 strips
  • Garlic CloveMinced
  • Maple Syrup1 tbs
  • ParsleyGarnish
  • SaltPinch
  • PepperPinch
  • AllspiceTo taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

21 steps

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Step 1🔪 Prep

Before you do anything, freeze your bacon slices that way when you're ready to prep, it'll be so much easier to chop!

Step 2🔪 Prep

Wash the potatoes and cut medium dice into square pieces.

Step 3

To prevent any browning, place the already cut potatoes in a bowl filled with water.

Step 4

In the meantime, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Tilt the skillet so the oil spreads evenly.

Step 6

Once the oil is hot, drain the potatoes and add to the skillet.

Step 7

Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay as needed.

Step 8⏱️ 10 minutes

Cook for 10 minutes, stirring the potatoes often, until brown.

Step 9

If needed, add a tablespoon more of oil.

Step 10🔪 Prep

Chop up the bacon and add to the potatoes.

Step 11

The bacon will start to render and the fat will begin to further cook the potatoes.

Step 12

Toss it up a bit!

Step 13⏱️ 5-6 minutes

The bacon will take 5-6 minutes to crisp.

Step 14

Once the bacon is cooked, reduce the heat to medium-low, add the minced garlic and toss.

Step 15

Season once more.

Step 16

Add dried or fresh parsley.

Step 17

Control heat as needed.

Step 18

Let the garlic cook until fragrant, about one minute.

Step 19

Just before serving, drizzle over the maple syrup and toss.

Step 20

Let that cook another minute, giving the potatoes a caramelized effect.

Step 21✨ Serve

Serve in a warm bowl with a sunny side up egg!

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Breakfast Potatoes carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

You can freely swap potatoes with firm pressed tofu, seitan, or thinly sliced mushrooms for a wholesome, plant-based stir-fry with equal bite and flavor absorption.

Chef Technique Tips

Ensure all ingredients are sliced to uniform thickness and patted dry before they hit the pan. Searing in a scorching hot skillet or wok creates authentic smoky caramelization ('wok hei') rather than steaming the ingredients.

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