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Published 2/13/2026
Classic Hash Browns

Classic Hash Browns

This hash browns recipe from Chef John fries shredded potatoes in clarified butter to make perfectly seasoned, crispy, diner-style hash browns.

Source inspiration: allrecipes.com

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Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Total

25 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

2 servings

  • 2 russet potatoes, peeled
  • 3 tablespoons clarified butter
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pinch paprika, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Follow these steps in order for best results.

  1. Step 1

    Gather all ingredients.

  2. Step 2

    Shred potatoes into a large bowl filled with cold water. Stir until water is cloudy; drain and cover potatoes again with fresh cold water. Stir again to dissolve excess starch. Drain potatoes well, pat dry with paper towels, and squeeze out any excess moisture.

  3. Step 3

    Heat clarified butter in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Sprinkle shredded potatoes into hot butter in an even layer; season with cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Cook potatoes until a brown crust forms on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip or stir and continue to cook until potatoes are browned and crusty all over, about 5 more minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Enjoy!

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