Description

Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, these Sweet Potato Hash Browns are the ultimate breakfast side dish or savory snack. With minimal ingredients and bold flavor, they’re easy to whip up and even easier to love. Perfect for pairing with eggs, avocado, or just on their own, these hash browns are a naturally sweet and savory twist on the classic.

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and shredded

1 small shallot or 0.25 small onion, finely grated (optional)

1 large egg, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)

0.5 teaspoon salt

0.25 teaspoon black pepper

0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

2 to 3 tablespoons oil for frying (avocado, canola, or olive)

Instructions

1. Peel the sweet potatoes and grate them using a box grater or food processor.

2. Place grated sweet potatoes in a clean towel, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 5–10 minutes.

3. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using the towel or cheesecloth.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine drained sweet potatoes, grated shallot (if using), beaten egg, flour, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

5. Preheat a skillet over medium heat, then add oil and coat the pan.

6. Scoop about 0.25 cup of mixture, form into a patty, and place in the hot skillet.

7. Cook each patty for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

8. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with the remaining mixture.

9. Serve hot with toppings like sour cream, chives, or avocado.

Notes

Use a hot pan and don’t overcrowd to get maximum crispiness.

Make sure to squeeze out as much water from the grated sweet potatoes as possible.

For extra flavor, add herbs like rosemary or thyme to the mix.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Side Dish
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 hash brown
Calories: 160
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Sweet Potato Hash Browns, gluten-free, crispy, breakfast