Diner Style Hash Browns
Diner Style Hash Browns is a easy American recipe that serves 1. 450 calories per serving. Recipe by Crouton Crackerjacks on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 37 min
Cost: $0.65 total, $0.65 per serving
Ingredients
- 5 oz Russet Potato (peeled, grated, dried)
- 2.5 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (neutral oil such as canola or sunflower)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (cut into small pat)
- 1 teaspoon Seasoned Black Pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
Peel the Potato
Use a potato peeler to remove the skin from the russet potato.
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Grate into Water
Grate the peeled potato directly into a bowl filled with cold water.
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Rinse Starch
Transfer the shredded potato to a colander and rinse under cool running water until the water runs clear.
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Dry the Potatoes
Place the rinsed shreds on a clean kitchen towel, fold the towel over, and press firmly to absorb as much moisture as possible.
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Fluff and Air‑Dry
Fluff the dried shreds with a fork to introduce air, then let them sit uncovered for 5–10 minutes.
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Heat Skillet and Add Fat
Place an 8‑inch skillet over medium‑high heat, add 2½ Tbsp vegetable oil and 1 Tbsp butter, and heat until the butter solids turn golden.
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Add Potatoes to Pan
Spread the shredded potatoes in an even layer in the hot skillet and gently press down with a spatula.
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Cover and Steam‑Cook
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for exactly 5 minutes without lifting the lid.
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Season, Flip, and Finish
Remove the lid, sprinkle seasoned pepper over the top, flip the hash brown, and cook an additional 2–3 minutes until the second side is golden brown.
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Plate and Serve
Slide the hash brown onto a plate and serve immediately with eggs, bacon, or your favorite breakfast accompaniments.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 2g
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Fat
- 38g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Allergens: Milk
Last updated: April 19, 2026






