Learn the secret to making the best Hash Browns that are crispy on the outside and tender in the center. An easy recipe for homemade skillet hashbrowns for the perfect breakfast side dish. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is.
On the weekdays, we stick with super fast make-ahead breakfasts like Overnight Oats, but on the weekends we take a slower pace and fire up the stove to cook everything from Omelettes to Crepes. If you are looking for some new favorite breakfast recipes, this crispy Hash Brown Recipe is a must-try. It pairs well with nearly every breakfast menu.
You can also treat them like a latke or potato pancake and top with smoked salmon/lox and sour cream. Eggs and bacon, sausage or ham go well with hash browns. Hash brown patties are great with any type of meat with a BBQ sauce, as well.
How to Make Hashbrowns
- Prep potatoes – peel and grate potatoes on the large holes of a box grater (use safety gloves to protect your hands). Transfer potatoes to a bowl lined with cheesecloth. Wrap the potatoes tightly in cheesecloth and squeeze to get out as much juice as possible. Sprinkle potatoes with onion powder and stir to combine.
- Preheat skillet – place a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, add oil and butter.
- Add potatoes – spread the potatoes in an even layer in the skillet, about 1/3″ thick. Sautee undisturbed for 6 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown and crisped.
- Season – sprinkle the top of the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- Flip hash browns – cut the hashbrowns in half or in quarters using a pizza cutter to make it easier to turn them over. Flip then season the second side with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle more oil or bacon fat around the edges and dot the corners with butter which will melt under the hashbrowns. Sautee another 6 minutes and serve until golden brown.
Skillet Hash Browns Video
Watch Natasha make these easy Hash Browns. You will be surprised at how easy it is and it’s sure to get on your regular rotation. Now go forth and cook!
How to Make Hash Browns – Diner Style Restaurant Hashbrown Recipe
FAQ
Why does McDonald’s hashbrown taste so good?
Should you use butter or oil for hash browns?
What makes a good hash brown?
Hash browns are made from potatoes that have been grated, diced, or shredded before being fried or baked. Potatoes are relatively bland, but the caramelization from frying can help the taste out to an extent. Spices are important if you want to give them even more flavor. Some of the best spices to improve your hash browns include:
What are the healthier substitutes for brown sugar?
Healthier substitutes for brown sugar are jaggery, palm sugar, honey, coconut sugar, date sugar, raw agave nectar. Brown sugar contains fewer calories than regular table sugar. It is much healthier than regular sugar because of its fewer calorie content. Palm sugar, coconut sugar also contains fewer calories that are beneficial for health.
What goes well with a hash brown?
A perfectly cooked egg is the perfect complement to a crispy hash brown. The yolk should be runny and rich, while the whites should be firm and cooked through. For a truly indulgent breakfast, top your hash browns with some shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream. Then, simply fry an egg to your liking and place it on top.
What goes in hash browns?
By simply making your own at home, you know exactly what goes in your hash browns. Firstly, you’ll need potatoes. Go for the starchy ones like Russets because waxy potatoes tend to have higher moisture content which is a no-no if you want your hash browns really crispy! You’ll also need onion, oil for frying, salt, and pepper.