Air Fryer Hash Browns
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Air Fryer Hash Browns
Description
The recipe begins by thawing frozen shredded hash browns in the microwave to soften them for easy handling. Adding tapioca flour acts as a binder to help the hash browns hold their shape along with seasoned salt for flavor. The mixture is packed densely into small ramekins to form uniform patties, which can be flash frozen on a tray before storing to maintain shape and prevent sticking. This offers meal prep flexibility.
Air frying cooks the hash browns evenly, producing crispy edges while keeping the center tender without excess oil. The method is straightforward and yields a batch of about 15 hash browns depending on patty size. If using fresh shredded potatoes, squeezing out moisture is important to avoid sogginess.
This approach is practical for those wanting homemade-style hash browns that can be prepared in advance, frozen, and cooked crisp whenever desired, suitable for breakfast sides or snacks.
Ingredients
- 30 oz hash browns country style, frozen shredded
- ¼ cup tapioca flour corn starch works too
- 3 tsp seasoned salt or regular salt
- cooking spray
Instructions
For the Hash Browns
- Place all of your frozen hash browns into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 5-6 minutes or until they have thawed and are easier to work with and mold. You can use regular potatoes and shred them on your own if you wish. If you do this you will need to squeeze out as much water from them as possible using a clean towel.
- Once the hash browns have thawed, stir in the tapioca flour (or corn starch) and salt.
- Spray a small ramekin or dish with a bit of oil and pack the potatoes into shape. You will want to pack them densely. I used about 60g (¼ cup) worth for each hash brown. Hit the ramekin upside down against the counter top or your hand to release the hash brown. I yielded 15 hash browns in total.
- You can cook these in advanced or freeze them as they are now. If you are going to freeze (this is what I do) place them on a sheet pan and flash freeze them to solidify. Once they have frozen solid, transfer to a ziplock bag and store in the freezer.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place the hash browns in the air fryer in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Spray the tops with a bit of oil to help with browning. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping half way and spraying the underside with a bit of oil.
- You can probably use an oven to cook these but they likely won't get as crispy and will take longer to cook. I have not attempted it, FYI.
Storage
- Once the hash browns have cooled, add them to a ziplock bag, remove the air and freeze. To reheat, use the air fryer if you want to keep them crispy.
- This recipe makes 15 hash browns. The nutrition information is for each one.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15hash browns
Amount Per Serving
Calories 61 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 61kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.7g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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