why make this recipe
This hash brown recipe uses sweet potatoes for more vitamins and fiber than regular potatoes. It is simple and fast, and you get a crisp outside and soft inside. If you like comfort food, try it instead of heavy sides like cheesy potato burritos for a lighter start to the day.
introduction
These Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns use just a few ingredients and cook in one skillet. They taste slightly sweet with a little crunch. You can serve them for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. For a simple dessert idea after this meal, you might enjoy a different easy treat like banana pudding cookies recipe.
how to make Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
Make sure you squeeze out water from the grated sweet potatoes so they brown well. Mix the spices into the potatoes before you cook. Cook in one large skillet and flip in sections to keep pieces together.
Ingredients :
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Directions :
- Peel and grate the sweet potatoes. Rinse them in cold water to remove excess starch, then drain thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a bit more oil if necessary.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in an even layer in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the bottom is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the hash browns in sections and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.
how to serve Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
Serve them hot with eggs, a side salad, or a simple protein. These hash browns pair well with roasted or grilled chicken for a full meal, such as a mild stew or creamy herb chicken with mashed potatoes for a cozy dinner.
how to store Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
Cool the hash browns to room temperature. Put them in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to keep them crisp. You can freeze cooled hash browns in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months; cook from frozen in a pan until hot.
tips to make Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
- Dry the grated sweet potatoes well with a towel so they crisp.
- Use medium heat so the center cooks without burning the outside.
- Press the mixture gently in the pan to form a flat layer for even cooking.
- For a sweet finish, top with a small spoon of plain yogurt or a sprinkle of chopped herbs. For a quick sweet snack after the meal, try a no-bake treat like date chocolate bark.
variation (if any)
- Add a grated carrot or a small diced onion to mix in with the sweet potato.
- Stir in a small handful of chopped bell pepper for color.
- Make smaller patties for crispier edges.
FAQs
Q: Can I use regular potatoes instead?
A: Yes. Regular potatoes will work but cook time and texture will differ.
Q: Do I need to peel the sweet potatoes?
A: You can leave the skin on if you wash them well, but peeling gives a smoother texture.
Q: How do I keep them from falling apart when flipping?
A: Let the bottom set and crisp well before flipping and flip in sections with a wide spatula.
Q: Can I bake these instead of frying?
A: Yes. Press into a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping once.
Conclusion
These Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns are simple, tasty, and good for a quick meal. For another quick sweet potato method you can compare, see the easy recipe at Easy Sweet Potato Hash Browns – Pinch and Swirl. If you want a faster one-pan idea, check the 25-minute version at 25-Minute Sweet Potato Hash (One Pan!) – Our Salty Kitchen.
Healthy Sweet Potato Hash Browns
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes Peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil More oil may be added if needed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions Optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and grate the sweet potatoes. Rinse them in cold water to remove excess starch, then drain thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a bit more oil if necessary.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in an even layer in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the bottom is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the hash browns in sections and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.
