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Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns

Irresistible and budget-friendly, these Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns are perfect for breakfast or as a side dish. Enjoy crispy golden hash browns packed with nutrients!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Hash Brown Ingredients
  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 small onion You can swap for shallots or green onions.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying.
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Optional: paprika or garlic powder For additional flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and grate the sweet potatoes and onion. Watch your fingers!
  2. Place the grated veggies in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sweet potato and onion mixture to the skillet.
  3. Press down into an even layer and cook until the bottom is crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes, adding salt, pepper, and any optional spices.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy those savory crunches.

Notes

Patience is key; let the hash browns get crispy before flipping. Ideas to customize include adding herbs or spices. For extra crunch, use a cast-iron skillet.