Classic Crispy Hash Browns
Start your day right with these irresistible Classic Crispy Hash Browns, a golden-brown favorite that’s perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender inside. Made with simple ingredients like Russet potatoes, butter, and a hint of seasoning, this recipe showcases an easy yet essential cooking technique to achieve that signature crisp texture. By rinsing and squeezing out excess starch from the grated potatoes, you’ll create hash browns that fry up beautifully without sticking or turning soggy. Ready in just 35 minutes, this comforting side dish is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave something crispy and savory. Serve them on their own or elevate them with toppings like fresh herbs, green onions, or a sprinkle of cheese to suit your taste. Whether paired with eggs, bacon, or a dollop of sour cream, these homemade hash browns promise restaurant-quality results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Peel the Russet potatoes and grate them using a box grater or a food processor with a grating blade.
Place the grated potatoes in a large bowl of cold water. Swish them around to remove excess starch, then drain and rinse the potatoes in a colander.
Transfer the drained potatoes to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze tightly to remove as much moisture as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried potatoes with 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper, mixing well.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, and add the unsalted butter and vegetable oil.
Once the butter has melted and the oil is shimmering, add the potato mixture in an even layer, pressing down gently with a spatula.
Cook the hash browns undisturbed for about 6-8 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the hash browns using a spatula, or divide them into sections for easier flipping. Continue cooking on the other side for another 6-8 minutes until equally golden and crispy.
Taste and season with additional salt if desired.
Remove from the skillet and serve immediately, garnished with optional toppings such as chopped fresh herbs, sliced green onions, or grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.0 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2954 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 3567 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
