Crispy Diner-style Air Fryer Hash Browns
Get that golden, restaurant-quality crunch at home with these easy Air Fryer Hash Browns. A few simple tricks ensure perfectly crispy shreds with a fluffy, buttery center every single time.
Equipment
- Box grater
- Air fryer
- large bowl
- Paper towels
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated Yukon potatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Nonstick spray
- Chives or parsley garnish
Instructions
Prep the potatoes
- Peel the Yukon Gold potatoes and grate them using the large holes of a box grater to create long, even shreds.
- Place the grated potatoes in a bowl filled with cold water. Rinse them several times until the water remains mostly clean, then drain thoroughly.
- Spread the potato shreds out on several layers of paper towels. Press down firmly to ensure they are completely dry before proceeding.
Season for that diner-style bite
- Transfer the dried potatoes to a large clean bowl and add the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss the mixture gently with a spoon until every potato shred is evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
Set up the air fryer basket
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with nonstick spray to ensure the potatoes release easily after cooking.
- Spread the seasoned hash browns into the basket in a single, even layer. Avoid packing them down to allow for maximum airflow.
- Apply a quick spritz of nonstick spray over the top of the potatoes to help them brown evenly rather than drying out.
Crisp, stir, then finish
- Close the air fryer and cook the hash browns at 350 F for 8 minutes.
- Open the basket and gently stir the potatoes with a wooden spoon to break up any large clumps and promote even browning.
- Close the basket and continue air frying for an additional 6 to 10 minutes, until the hash browns are deeply golden and crispy at the edges.
- Serve the crispy hash browns immediately with eggs and a fresh garnish of chopped chives or parsley.
Notes
Storage Tip: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Ensure they have cooled completely before sealing to prevent the steam from making them soggy.
Reheating Tip: For the best results, reheat hash browns in the air fryer at 370 F for 3 to 4 minutes. Avoid using a microwave, as it will cause the potato shreds to become soft and rubbery.
Pro Tip: Thoroughly rinsing the shredded potatoes to remove excess starch is the secret to preventing a gummy texture and ensuring each shred stays individual and crisp.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1.5gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
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