These Easy Perkins Hash Browns are golden, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside, just like the classic diner favorite. Quick to make at home, they’re the perfect side for breakfast, brunch, or a hearty morning meal.
If you’ve ever loved the crispy, golden hash browns at Perkins, now you can make them easily at home.
These Easy Perkins Hash Browns come out perfectly crunchy on the outside while staying tender on the inside, making them an ideal side for eggs, bacon, or any breakfast or brunch favorite.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Golden, crispy exterior with tender, fluffy interior every time.
- Quick and easy to make at home.
- Perfectly seasoned to mimic classic Perkins flavor.
- Ideal side for eggs, bacon, or breakfast favorites.
- Kid-friendly and sure to please the whole family.
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Perkins Hash Browns Ingredients
- Potatoes: Peeled and shredded for tender, fluffy hash browns
- Onion: Adds subtle sweetness and savory flavor to potatoes
- Salt: Enhances natural potato flavor and balances seasonings
- Black Pepper: Adds mild heat and depth to taste
- Vegetable Oil: Helps hash browns crisp evenly while cooking
- Butter: Adds richness and golden, flavorful brown edges
How To Make Perkins Hash Browns
Step One: Peel and shred the potatoes. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step Two: In a large bowl, combine shredded potatoes, diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly mixed.
Step Three: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil and a little butter for extra flavor. Add the potato mixture in an even layer. Press lightly with a spatula and cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
Step Four: Carefully flip portions of the hash browns and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until crispy and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and serve hot alongside eggs, bacon, or your favorite breakfast dishes.
Perkins Hash Browns Recipe Tips
- Remove excess starch: Rinse and pat shredded potatoes dry to ensure crispiness.
- Cook in batches: Avoid overcrowding the skillet for evenly cooked, golden hash browns.
- Use a mix of oil and butter: Adds flavor and helps achieve a crispy exterior.
- Press lightly with a spatula: Ensures even browning without smashing the potatoes.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add more salt or pepper as needed.
- Optional garnish: Sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley for color and flavor.
Storing Instructions
- Refrigerator: Store cooled hash browns in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Cooked hash browns can be frozen in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transferred to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer until crispy.
Perkins Hash Browns Recipe Faqs
Can I make these hash browns ahead of time? Yes, you can shred the potatoes and store them in water in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
How do I make the hash browns extra crispy?: Rinse and thoroughly dry the shredded potatoes and cook in a hot skillet with enough oil without overcrowding the pan.
Can I cook them in the oven or air fryer? Yes, spread the hash browns on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F until golden, or cook in an air fryer at 375°F for 10–15 minutes, shaking halfway.
What type of potatoes are best? Russet potatoes are ideal for fluffy interiors and crispy edges.
Can I add other flavors or toppings? Absolutely! Try adding diced bell peppers, onions, cheese, or fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
Are these kid-friendly? Yes, they’re a crowd-pleasing breakfast side that kids and adults will enjoy.
Can I make them vegetarian? Yes, simply cook without butter or substitute with plant-based butter for a vegetarian-friendly version.
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Easy Perkins Hash Browns Recipe
Description
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Peel and shred the 6 medium russet potatoes. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded potatoes, diced 1 small onion, 1 ½ teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Toss until evenly mixed.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons butter.
- Add the potato mixture in an even layer. Press lightly with a spatula and cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
- Carefully flip portions of the hash browns and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and serve hot alongside eggs, bacon, or your favorite breakfast dishes.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
Nutrition
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