Description
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Sweet Potato Hash Browns are a cozy, naturally sweet twist on a breakfast classic. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for weekend brunches, meal prep, or a quick morning treat that tastes better than takeout.
Ingredients
1 large sweet potato, peeled and shredded
1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or oat/almond flour for gluten-free)
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika (smoked, if available)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2–3 tablespoons oil for frying (avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil)
Instructions
Prepare the Sweet Potato: Peel and shred the sweet potato using a box grater or food processor. Place the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded sweet potato, egg, flour, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Heat the Pan: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Form and Fry: Scoop about 2–3 tablespoons of the mixture per hash brown. Flatten lightly into patties and place in the hot oil. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Serve: Transfer cooked hash browns to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
For Extra Crispiness: Always squeeze out as much liquid as possible before frying.
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
Freezing: Let hash browns cool completely, then freeze in a single layer. Reheat straight from frozen at 375°F (190°C).
Variations: Add chopped herbs, diced onions, or cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hash brown
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
