Description
These Crispy Cheesy Hash Browns are golden, crunchy, and loaded with melty cheese, making them the perfect comfort food breakfast or brunch side. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they turn out deliciously crispy every time.
Ingredients
- 3 cups grated russet potatoes (squeezed of excess liquid)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Avocado oil or any neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the russet potatoes, then squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes with the shredded cheese, flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small patties (about 1/4 cup each).
- Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, fry the patties for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the potatoes to ensure crispiness.
- You can customize with your favorite cheese or add chopped herbs for extra flavor.
- These can be frozen and reheated in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Side Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hash brown
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
