How to Make Hash Browns

How to Make Hash Browns

Have you ever wondered how to make browned and extra crispy hash browns from scratch? Learn how to make hash browns restaurant style below!

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Want to learn how to make restaurant hash browns? Whether they are made fresh with potatoes, frozen, or in a casserole, these brown and crispy hash browns are always a people pleaser and a crowd favorite. This is the perfect side dish to match with some amazing breakfast recipes that you can find HERE. All kinds of breakfast potatoes are amazing but there is something about a big pancake of crispy shredded hash browns that make every breakfast taste so much better. Follow along to learn how to make the perfect hash browns that will have everyone wanting seconds!

Easy Tips for Success

  • Make sure the shredded potatoes are completely dry before cooking them! Too much moisture can effect how crispy they come out.
  • Place the potatoes in a very thin layer on the pan for best results.
  • Wait until the olive oil is heated up and sizzling to add the potatoes which will make them extra crispy.

How to Make Hash Browns

Crispy Hash Browns Recipe

Crispy Hash Browns Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • Potatoes
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. First peel the potatoes and start to shred them either with a grater or food processor.
  2. Next, rinse the potatoes in a strainer until the water is clean and clear.
  3. Drain the potatoes and squeeze out all of the extra water. The best way to do this is with a ricer or you can use paper towels if you don't have one. Making sure all of the moisture is out of the potatoes is the key to crispy has browns!!
  4. Once the hash browns are completely dry, add oil to a frying pan and set it to medium-high heat.
  5. Layer the shredded potatoes evenly into a patty on the pan making sure they are nice and flat.
  6. Salt and pepper the top and after a few minutes check the side to see if they are golden brown.
  7. Once it starts to brown they are ready to flip.
  8. Flip the hash browns over and cook until the other side is crispy brown.
  9. Season how you like and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • Potatoes
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. First peel the potatoes and start to shred them either with a grater or food processor.
  2. Next, rinse the potatoes in a strainer until the water is clean and clear.
  3. Drain the potatoes and squeeze out all of the extra water. The best way to do this is with a ricer or you can use paper towels if you don’t have one. Making sure all of the moisture is out of the potatoes is the key to crispy has browns!!
  4. Once the hash browns are completely dry, add oil to a frying pan and set it to medium-high heat.
  5. Layer the shredded potatoes evenly into a patty on the pan making sure they are nice and flat.
  6. Salt and pepper the top and after a few minutes check the side to see if they are golden brown.
  7. Once it starts to brown they are ready to flip.
  8. Flip the hash browns over and cook until the other side is crispy brown.
  9. Season how you like and enjoy!

What kind of potatoes are best for hash browns?

  • Believe it or not the kind of potatoes you use may have a big impact on how you hash browns turn out! They best kind of potatoes to use should be starchy like Russets for example. Waxy potatoes tend to be higher in moisture which can effect how crispy your hash browns come.

How do you cook frozen shredded hash browns?

  • The same way as fresh potatoes except it is best to get as much of the water out of them as possible before cooking. The key is making sure they are evenly spread on the frying pan which will give you then most amount of crispiness!

How do you make hash browns extra crispy?

  • The secret is to make sure the oil in the frying pan is heated and sizzling before adding the shredded potatoes. Making sure they are placed in a thin layer is also important for cooking them evenly. Wait to flip the patty until the one side is completely golden brown and you will get perfectly crispy hash browns every time!

Different Ways to Eat Hash Browns

Now that you know how to make golden brown and crispy hash browns, here are some ideas on what to pair then with:

 

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