Classic Hash Browns

This hash browns recipe from Chef John fries shredded potatoes in clarified butter to make perfectly seasoned, crispy, diner-style hash browns.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 334 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
• 2 russet potatoes, peeled
• 3 tablespoons clarified butter

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Shred potatoes into a large bowl filled with cold water. Stir until water is cloudy; drain and cover potatoes again with fresh cold water. Stir again to dissolve excess starch. Drain potatoes well, pat dry with paper towels, and squeeze out any excess moisture.

Step 2

Heat clarified butter in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Sprinkle shredded potatoes into hot butter in an even layer; season with cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Cook potatoes until a brown crust forms on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip or stir and continue to cook until potatoes are browned and crusty all over, about 5 more minutes.