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Golden Crispy Hash Browns

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Golden Crispy Hash Browns

Golden, crispy hash browns just like McDonald's – perfect for breakfast or brunch!

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Total

25 min

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Ingredients

Serves8

Golden Crispy Hash Browns

  • 4 large Russet potatoes (peeled and grated)
  • 4 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
Servings: 8−+
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Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Grate the potatoes and place them in a large bowl of cold water. Let soak for 5 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and rinse the grated potatoes.
  2. 2

    Remove Excess Water

    Using cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel, squeeze out as much water as possible from the potatoes. This step ensures a crispy texture.
  3. 3

    Season and Shape the Hash Browns

    In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Mix well. Form the mixture into 4 flat, oval-shaped patties.
  4. 4

    Fry the Hash Browns

    Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the hash brown patties. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
    Tip: Avoid moving the patties too much while they cook to maintain their shape and achieve a crisp exterior.
  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the hash browns to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with additional salt if desired. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite breakfast condiments.
    Cleanup: Allow the skillet to cool before cleaning to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

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Golden Crispy Hash Browns

McDonald's Copycat Recipe

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Servings: 8

Ingredients

Golden Crispy Hash Browns

  • 4 large Russet potatoes (peeled and grated)
  • 4 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes — Grate the potatoes and place them in a large bowl of cold water. Let soak for 5 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and rinse the grated potatoes.
  2. Remove Excess Water — Using cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel, squeeze out as much water as possible from the potatoes. This step ensures a crispy texture.
  3. Season and Shape the Hash Browns — In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes with cornstarch, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Mix well. Form the mixture into 4 flat, oval-shaped patties.
  4. Fry the Hash Browns — Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the hash brown patties. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
  5. Serve — Transfer the hash browns to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with additional salt if desired. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite breakfast condiments.