Hash Browns Recipe
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Hash Browns Recipe
Description
This traditional hash browns recipe starts by scrubbing whole russet potatoes without peeling, preserving nutrients and texture. The potatoes are parboiled in salted water for 10 minutes, then cooled and shredded. Any dark spots are trimmed away to ensure quality. The shredded potatoes are seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Butter is melted in a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat, after which the potatoes are spread into an even layer.
They cook until a golden crust forms on the bottom, about 5-7 minutes, then flipped carefully to form a crust on the other side. The contrast between the crunchy edges and a tender interior is characteristic of classic hash browns. The recipe’s simple seasoning lets the potato flavor stand out, enhanced by butter’s richness and surface crispness.
Serve hash browns hot as a side dish to eggs, bacon, or other breakfast items to complement textures and flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 large russet potato
- 4 tablespoons butter
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Scrub potatoes and place in stockpot. Do not peel or remove brown spots. Parboil the potatoes by placing them in a large pot. Cover the potatoes with cold, salted water and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes.
- Drain and rinse potatoes with cold water until easy to handle. Remove any bruised or brown spots with a knife. Then grate potatoes using a box shredder or food processor.
- Move shredded potatoes to a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat or 350 degrees. Place potatoes in an even layer over the butter and cook until a golden-brown crust forms on the bottom (5-7 minutes).
- Flip potatoes and cook until crust forms on the other side.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 769mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 10.5mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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