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elleng

(141,926 posts)
Thu Sep 25, 2025, 07:14 AM Sep 2025

HASH BROWN POTATOES (Good morning, or not)

Ingredients
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or chives

Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes: Place the shredded potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 5 minutes. This helps remove excess starch, making them crispier. Drain and pat dry with paper towels, squeezing out as much water as possible.

Preheat the Pan: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook the Hash Browns: Add the shredded potatoes and chopped onion (if using) to the pan, spreading them out in an even layer.
Season with salt and pepper. Press down lightly with a spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes without stirring, allowing the bottom to become golden brown.

Flip and Crisp: Once the bottom is browned and crispy, flip the potatoes over in sections. Add the remaining oil or butter if needed, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the other side is golden and crispy.

Serve: Transfer the hash browns to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve hot.

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HASH BROWN POTATOES (Good morning, or not) (Original Post) elleng Sep 2025 OP
I tried this the other day PJMcK Sep 2025 #1
GOOD, PJ; I need all useful instructions. elleng Sep 2025 #2
This is the recipe I found PJMcK Sep 2025 #3
Thanks. Next, latkes! (PRETTY close, but would add an onion.) elleng Sep 2025 #4

PJMcK

(25,126 posts)
1. I tried this the other day
Thu Sep 25, 2025, 09:16 AM
Sep 2025

Make sure the grated potatoes are starch-free and DRY. Also, follow the direction to leave them alone while cooking both sides— no stirring!

Thanks, elleng! Great recipe.

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