Easy Crispy Air Fryer Hash Browns

Craving a breakfast side dish that's crispy and delicious? Look no further than air fryer hash browns! With the magic of modern cooking technology, you can transform everyday frozen hash browns into a delectable dish that's both easy to make and oh-so-tasty. Whether you're wondering how to make crispy hash browns or searching for an easy hash brown recipe, this guide has you covered. We have provided 4 ways of serving hash browns that you will simply love.

Jump to:

• Why Air Fryer Hash Browns?
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Consistently Achieve the Golden Crisp
• Variations - Hash browns served 4 ways!
• How to Serve
• Equipment
• What Brand of Hash brown patties can we use?
• Do you need to thaw frozen hash browns patties?
• Storing and Reheating
• Top Tip
• Related
• Crispy Air Fryer Hash Browns

Why Air Fryer Hash Browns?

Hash browns are a popular breakfast food item, typically made from finely shredded or diced potatoes that are then pan-fried until they achieve a crispy texture on the outside while remaining soft and tender on the inside. They often come in the shape of small patties and can be seasoned with various spices and ingredients to enhance their flavor.

Healthier Cooking

Traditional hash browns require a significant amount of oil to achieve that desired crunch. With an air fryer, you minimize oil usage while still achieving a crispy texture.

• Less Oil: Only a light spray or brush of oil is needed.
• Reduced Calories: Less oil translates to fewer calories, benefiting those watching their intake.

Efficiency & Convenience

Gone are the days of having to balance between checking the stove and preparing the rest of the meal.

Consistent Results: Uniformly crispy hash browns every single time.

Set and Forget: Air fryers generally have built-in timers, allowing you to focus on other breakfast preparations.

Ingredients

To achieve perfect hash browns in the air fryer, gather the following ingredients and tools:

• Frozen hash browns
• Air Fryer
• Spatula or A pair of tongs
• Optional -
  • Cooking spray or a light oil (like olive or avocado oil)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For Avocado Hash browns
  • Fresh avocados
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning
• Bruschetta Hash Browns
  • Bruschetta
• Mexican street Corn Hash Brown
  • Street Corn Dip
  • Mayonnaise
• Hash brown Pizza
  • Marinara Sauce
  • Shredded cheese

Instructions

Preparing the Hash Browns

1. Defrost if Necessary: You can use air fry frozen hash browns directly, however it will take additional time to achieve the desired crispness.
2. Pat Dry: You can use a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
3. Season: Optionally Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings over the hash browns patties.

Cooking Hash Browns in the Air Fryer

Check for Doneness: Ensure they're crispy to your liking before serving.

Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes. This step helps in evenly cooking the hash browns.

Arrange in Basket: Lay the hash browns in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Overlapping can prevent them from getting crispy.

Spray Lightly with Oil: Optionally use cooking spray or lightly drizzle oil over the hash browns. This helps in giving them a golden-brown color.

Cook and Flip: Cook for 7-10 minutes, midway through use a spatula or tongs to turn them over, ensuring even cooking on both sides. Add an additional 3-5 minutes, if necessary, until they're golden brown and crisp as per your liking.

Variations - Hash browns served 4 ways!

Having hash browns, the traditional way with ketchup does not do justice to this versatile appetizer. We provide 4 ways to enjoy hash browns

• Avocado Hash browns
  • Cut an avocado in to half and place it over the hashbrowns. Sprinkle Everything Bagel Seasoning. Add your favorite dip or sauce on it.
• Follow the Bruschetta recipe and add the tomatoes on the hash browns instead of the bread.
• Street Corn Hash Brown - Follow the Mexican Street corn dip - Elote recipe and add it on top of the hash brown
• Pizza Hash brown - Add the Marinara / Pizza sauce on top of the hash browns, sprinkle some cheese and your favorite toppings like olives, onions etc. and air fry for another minute. Serve them hot.

How to Serve

Enhance your breakfast table by pairing your air fryer hash browns with:

• Fresh fruit or a small salad for balance.
• Toast or muffins for a touch of sweetness.
• A splash of your favorite dips, sauces
• A cup of coffee or tea

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Each Air fryer will have its own nuances, and you will need to adjust your cook time based on the type of air fryer you have.

We use the instant pot Air Fryer Vortex and Kyvol for our instructions and both are reliable air friers.

What Brand of Hash brown patties can we use?

For making hash browns in the air fryer, go with well-known brands like Ore-Ida or your local store brand. You can get the store branded hash brown patties from Aldi, Target, and Walmart. I prefer the mini patties as these are perfect size for my liking.

Do you need to thaw frozen hash browns patties?

No, defrosting is not necessary, however you will need additional time to achieve the desired crispness. You can use a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

Storing and Reheating

You can store left over hash browns in an airtight container, and they will stay good for 2-3 days. While reheating, air fry the hash browns for around a minute at 400°F.

Top Tip

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Making hashbrowns in the air fryer is a game-changer for breakfast lovers. With these tips and recipes in hand, you can create mouth-watering, crispy hash browns every single time. Don’t hesitate to customize your dish with various seasonings and extras to suit your taste. Now that you know how to air fry hashbrowns to perfection, it's time to elevate your breakfast game!