Imagine waking up to the most irresistible, golden-brown hash browns that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in just 25 minutes – without the mess of traditional pan-frying! These air fryer hash browns are about to revolutionize your breakfast game, delivering restaurant-quality potatoes right from your kitchen with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Whether you're a busy morning cook or a weekend brunch enthusiast, this recipe will have you ditching greasy diners and becoming the breakfast hero of your household.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes, grated
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the russet potatoes and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Using a box grater or food processor, grate the potatoes into fine, uniform shreds. Place the grated potatoes into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the potato shreds. Excess moisture will prevent crispy hash browns, so be thorough in this step.
- Transfer the dried potato shreds to a mixing bowl. Add finely chopped onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix ingredients thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with additional olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Form the potato mixture into compact patties, pressing them firmly to help them hold together. Each patty should be about 3-4 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the hash brown patties in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap. Depending on basket size, you may need to cook in batches.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time. The hash browns should be golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Check for doneness by ensuring the interior is cooked and the exterior is crisp and golden. Adjust cooking time if needed based on your specific air fryer.
- Remove hash browns from the air fryer, let rest for 2-3 minutes, and serve hot with your favorite breakfast accompaniments.
Tips
- Moisture is the Enemy: The secret to ultra-crispy hash browns is removing as much liquid from the potatoes as possible. Use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze thoroughly.
- Don't Overcrowd: Ensure hash browns are placed in a single layer without overlapping. This guarantees even cooking and maximum crispiness.
- Seasoning Matters: Don't be shy with salt and pepper. The right seasoning can elevate your hash browns from good to extraordinary.
- Customize Your Flavor: Feel free to add herbs like chives or rosemary, or mix in some garlic powder for an extra flavor punch.
- Serve Immediately: Hash browns are best enjoyed hot and crispy, so serve them right after cooking for the ultimate texture and taste experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
