Heart-Healthy Classic Crispy Hash Browns
Elevate your breakfast game with these **Heart-Healthy Classic Crispy Hash Browns**, a guilt-free twist on a beloved comfort food. This recipe uses nutrient-rich olive oil instead of butter and pairs perfectly grated Russet potatoes with a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic powder, and freshly chopped chives for a savory kick. By soaking and thoroughly drying the potatoes, you’ll achieve an irresistibly crisp texture while keeping them light and healthy. Perfectly golden on both sides, these hash browns are an ideal side for brunch spreads or a simple, hearty start to your day. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with flavor, they’re proof that crispy can still be heart-healthy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
Instructions
Peel and coarsely grate the Russet potatoes.
Transfer the grated potatoes into a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 5 minutes to remove excess starch.
Drain the potatoes into a colander and then thoroughly dry them using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure crispy hash browns.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
In a big mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, ground black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and kosher salt. Toss everything together until the spices are evenly distributed.
Once the oil is hot, add the potato mixture to the skillet in a thin, even layer.
Press the potatoes down using a spatula to ensure even cooking and a crispy texture.
Cook the potatoes without stirring for about 10 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Carefully flip the hash browns over, using the spatula to assist, and cook the other side for an additional 8-10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Once cooked, remove the hash browns from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 247 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3938 mg | 84% | |
*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.
