Golden Crispy Hash Browns (Print Version)

Crispy, golden potatoes shredded and pan-fried to a perfect texture for any meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled

→ Aromatics

02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (optional)

→ Binding & Seasoning

03 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For Frying

07 - 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (or clarified butter)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Grate the peeled potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
02 - In a large bowl, mix grated potatoes, chopped onion if using, flour, egg, salt, and pepper until evenly incorporated.
03 - Warm vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
04 - Scoop about ¼ cup of mixture per hash brown into the skillet, flatten gently with a spatula, and cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Fry each side for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
06 - Continue frying remaining mixture, adding oil as needed. Serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They get impossibly crispy on the outside while staying tender inside—no soggy disappointments here.
  • Comes together in 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have hiding in your kitchen.
  • One batch feeds four people or keeps you snacking for days if you live alone and have zero self-control.
02 -
  • Squeezing out moisture is non-negotiable—skip this and you'll end up with dense, soggy hash browns no matter how hot your oil gets.
  • Medium-high heat, not high—blasting them on high burns the outside before the inside has time to cook through and get tender.
03 -
  • Don't crowd the skillet trying to cook everything at once—you'll lower the oil temperature and end up steaming instead of frying.
  • If you notice the mixture is too wet even after squeezing, add another tablespoon of flour and mix gently before you start cooking.

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