Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these Spicy Hash Browns Homemade are the ultimate breakfast or brunch side dish with a fiery twist! Made with freshly grated Russet potatoes, zesty jalapeño, and a kick of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of crunch and heat. A touch of onion adds a mild sweetness, while garlic powder deepens the savory profile. Bound together with a simple mix of egg and flour, these hash browns fry to perfection in just minutes. Ideal for spice lovers, they’re easy to customize—remove the jalapeño seeds for a milder version or garnish with parsley for a fresh finish. Ready in under 40 minutes, these homemade hash browns are the perfect crowd-pleaser for any table.
Peel the potatoes and grate them using a box grater. Place the grated potatoes in a bowl of cold water to remove excess starch.
Finely chop the yellow onion and jalapeño pepper, removing the seeds for less heat if preferred.
After 5 minutes, drain the grated potatoes and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chopped onion, jalapeño, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and flour. Mix well.
Beat the egg in a small bowl and add it to the potato mixture. Stir until the mixture is evenly coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture for each hash brown and shape into a flat patty. Place 2-3 patties in the skillet at a time, being careful not to overcrowd.
Cook each hash brown for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Transfer cooked hash browns to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture.
Serve the spicy hash browns hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Calories |
329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 517 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 997 mg | 21% | |
*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.