Description
Homemade crispy blackstone hash browns deliver golden potato perfection with restaurant-quality results. Seasoned potato shreds create a delightful breakfast side that satisfies hungry diners and elevates morning meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (946 ml / 32 fl oz) shredded potatoes (freshly grated Russet potatoes or thawed frozen hash browns)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml / 1 fl oz) vegetable oil (or clarified butter for extra crispiness)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) butter (for flavor)
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Thoroughly rinse Russet potatoes, then grate into fine strands using a sharp box grater, collecting shreds in a large mixing bowl.
- Starch Removal: Soak potato shreds in cold water, allowing starch to settle, then drain using a fine-mesh strainer and transfer to a clean kitchen towel.
- Moisture Extraction: Vigorously press and squeeze potato shreds to remove excess liquid, ensuring optimal crispiness; alternatively, thaw frozen hash browns and blot with paper towels.
- Griddle Setup: Preheat Blackstone griddle to medium-high temperature, lightly coating the surface with cooking oil for even cooking.
- Cooking Process: Spread potato shreds uniformly across the heated griddle, seasoning with salt and pepper, and allow to develop a golden-brown crust without constant manipulation.
- Finishing Touch: Carefully flip hash browns when the bottom achieves a deep golden color, cooking the opposite side until evenly browned, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Notes
- Potato Starch Removal: Soaking potato shreds in cold water helps eliminate excess starch, preventing soggy hash browns and promoting a crispy, golden exterior.
- Moisture Elimination: Thoroughly drying potatoes using towels is crucial, as excess water prevents achieving that perfect crispy texture and golden-brown color.
- Even Layering Technique: Spread potato shreds in a thin, uniform layer on the griddle to ensure consistent cooking and maximum crispiness across the entire surface.
- Seasoning Strategy: Add salt and pepper sparingly during cooking to enhance flavor without overshadowing the potato’s natural taste, allowing the crispy texture to shine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg