Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
These Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns capture the cozy fall feeling in every crispy bite while remaining nourishing and easy for busy home bakers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5–2 lbs), peeled or scrubbed
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1/4 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular flour)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) for a warm fall note
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Grate the sweet potatoes using a box grater or shredding disk on a food processor.
- Place the grated sweet potato in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the drained sweet potato, diced onion, beaten eggs, olive oil, flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cinnamon (if using).
- Mix until everything is evenly incorporated. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
Cooking
- Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Scoop about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of mixture per hash brown and flatten into a 3-inch patty in the pan.
- Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Serving
- Transfer cooked hash browns to a paper towel-lined plate to drain briefly, then keep warm in a low oven (200°F / 95°C) if making a large batch.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve with yogurt, avocado, or your favorite breakfast protein.
Notes
Tips for Success: Dry well to ensure crispiness, don’t overcrowd while cooking, keep consistent size for even cooking, and manage heat to prevent burning. Make ahead by grating and drying sweet potatoes a day prior. Variations include gluten-free options or adding cheese and herbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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