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

  1. Peel the Potato

    Use a potato peeler to remove the skin from the russet potato.

    Time: PT1M

  2. Grate into Water

    Grate the peeled potato directly into a bowl filled with cold water.

    Time: PT2M

  3. Rinse Starch

    Transfer the shredded potato to a colander and rinse under cool running water until the water runs clear.

    Time: PT2M

  4. 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.

    Time: PT3M

  5. Fluff and Air‑Dry

    Fluff the dried shreds with a fork to introduce air, then let them sit uncovered for 5–10 minutes.

    Time: PT7M

  6. 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.

    Time: PT2M

  7. Add Potatoes to Pan

    Spread the shredded potatoes in an even layer in the hot skillet and gently press down with a spatula.

    Time: PT1M

  8. Cover and Steam‑Cook

    Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for exactly 5 minutes without lifting the lid.

    Time: PT5M

  9. 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.

    Time: PT3M

  10. Plate and Serve

    Slide the hash brown onto a plate and serve immediately with eggs, bacon, or your favorite breakfast accompaniments.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
450
Protein
2g
Carbohydrates
26g
Fat
38g
Fiber
2g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Allergens: Milk

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Diner Style Hash Browns

Recipe by Crouton Crackerjacks

Crispy, golden‑brown diner‑style hash browns made with just a russet potato, vegetable oil, and butter. Follow the step‑by‑step technique to achieve restaurant quality potatoes at home.

EasyAmericanServes 1

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Source Video
19m
Prep
8m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
37m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$0.65
Total cost
$0.65
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Rinse shredded potatoes until water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  • Dry potatoes thoroughly with a towel before cooking.
  • Use a generous amount of oil and butter to achieve a golden crust.
  • Cover the pan for the first 5 minutes to steam‑cook the interior.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard or keep face away.
  • Handle the hot skillet with oven mitts.
  • Do not leave the covered pan unattended.

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