Crispy Air Fryer Hash Browns
A quick and easy oil-free breakfast recipe for crispy, golden hash browns made in the air fryer. Perfect for a light, satisfying morning meal without the grease.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17-20 minutes
- Total Time: 27-30 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (about 500g or 1.1 lbs)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Cooking spray (optional, e.g., avocado oil spray)
Instructions
- Peel the russet potatoes and shred them using a box grater or food processor (about 5 minutes).
- Place shredded potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer dried shredded potatoes to a mixing bowl and add salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder (if using), and paprika. Toss to combine evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray if desired. Spread the shredded potatoes evenly in a thin layer about ½ inch thick, avoiding overcrowding.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. Halfway through, flip the hash browns carefully using a spatula or tongs.
- Continue air frying for another 7-10 minutes until golden and crispy on both sides. Add a couple more minutes if extra crunch is desired, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Transfer hash browns to a plate lined with paper towels to soak any residual moisture and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Squeezing out excess moisture from the shredded potatoes is essential for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent steaming. Flipping halfway ensures even browning. Cooking spray is optional but helps with extra crispness and prevents sticking. For baking alternative, cook at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 0.1
- Carbohydrates: 27
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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