Description
These crispy Hash Browns have a crisp, golden exterior and are soft inside — the defining features of a good hash brown. A hot pan transforms hand-grated potatoes with a simple blend of seasonings into the most delicious homemade hash browns you’ll ever have.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Russet potatoes, peeled
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Using a box grater, grate the peeled potatoes on the the largest holes. Use your hands or a cheese cloth to squeeze out as much of the moisture as you can, then pat dry with a paper towel.
- Add the shredded potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and toss well to coat.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the hot oil sizzles, about 1-2 minutes.
- Take a handful of the potato mixture at a time with your hands and gently press together into a ball. Place them in batches in the skillet (about 3 per batch) and gently press down into about a disk 1/4 to 1/3-inch thick. Cover with a lid and cook without stirring until golden brown on the bottom, about 5 minutes. If it gets too browned too quickly, reduce the heat to medium low.
- Use a flat spatula to flip the hash brown over. Cook uncovered until golden brown on this side too, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
How to store: Allow the hash browns to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container and refrigerating them for up to 5 days.
How to reheat: Reheat on the stovetop over medium-high heat until heated through and crisp or in the air fryer at 400℉ for 15 minutes.
How to freeze: Place leftover hashbrowns on a lined baking sheet and freeze uncovered for 1 hour or until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American