Best 6 Traditional Hash Browns 21 Club Recipes

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**Traditional Hash Browns: A Culinary Journey to the 21 Club**

Hash browns, a beloved breakfast staple, take center stage in this culinary exploration of the iconic 21 Club in New York City. This versatile dish, crafted from grated potatoes, has captivated taste buds for generations, and the 21 Club's rendition is no exception. Discover the secrets behind their perfectly crispy exterior and fluffy, tender interior, as we delve into the traditional hash browns recipe that has made the 21 Club a culinary legend. But our journey doesn't stop there. We'll also uncover variations on this classic, including savory sweet potato hash browns, a delectable gluten-free option, and even a hash brown casserole that's perfect for a crowd. Get ready to embark on a tantalizing adventure, where crispy meets fluffy and tradition meets innovation, all in the name of hash browns.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PERFECT HASH BROWNS



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Learn how to make hash browns with this easy, classic recipe. With shredded potatoes and a few other pantry staples, the best hash browns are less than an hour away!

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1.25 pound russet potatoes
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 - 2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
Paprika (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes. Coarsely shred potatoes using a handheld shredder or a food processor with a coarse shredding blade.
  • Place shredded potatoes in a large bowl; add enough cool water to cover potatoes. Stir well. Drain in a colander set in a sink. Repeat rinsing and draining two or three times until water runs clear. Drain again, pressing out as much water as you can with a rubber spatula. Line a salad spinner with paper towels; add potatoes and spin.* Repeat, if necessary, until potatoes are dry. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Sprinkle potatoes with salt and pepper, tossing to combine.
  • In a 10-inch nonstick skillet** heat 1 tablespoon of the oil and the butter over medium-high heat until butter foams. Add potatoes to the skillet, spreading into an even layer. Gently press with the back of a spatula to form a cake. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, without stirring, about 12 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.
  • Invert a baking sheet or plate over the top of the skillet. Carefully invert the skillet with the baking sheet or plate to transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet or plate. If needed, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Using the baking sheet or plate, slide the potatoes back into the skillet, uncooked side down. Cook, without stirring, about 8 minutes more or until the bottom is golden brown. If desired, sprinkle with paprika before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

CLASSIC HASH BROWNS



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These classic diner-style hash browns are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Heat clarified butter in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Sprinkle shredded potatoes into the hot butter and season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
  • Cook potatoes until a brown crust forms on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Continue to cook and stir until potatoes are browned all over, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 13.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

PERFECT HASH BROWNS



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When it comes to breakfast potatoes, most people fall into one of two camps: home fries or hash browns. This recipe from Alison Roman shows you how to make an ideal batch of the hashed variety that are aggressively crisp on the outside and creamy tender on the inside. To ensure ultimate crispness, be sure to rinse the grated potatoes with cold water until the water runs nearly clear and to use a very hot, well-seasoned pan. As with all potato dishes, remember to season well.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     breakfast, brunch, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds russet potatoes (about 2 smallish-medium potatoes), peeled
1 small yellow onion, peeled
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons bacon fat or vegetable oil, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Hot sauce or ketchup (optional)

Steps:

  • Grate potatoes on the largest hole on a box grater into a medium bowl. Cover with cold water and drain; repeat once or twice, until water runs nearly clear. Taking small handfuls at a time, squeeze all the water from the potatoes and place in a dry medium bowl. Grate onion on the largest hole on a box grater and toss with potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Taking small handfuls at a time, squeeze all water from the potato-onion mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat or vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon butter and swirl together.
  • Add potatoes and onions and spread into a thin, even layer. Cook, without moving, until the potatoes are nearly cooked through and browned on one side, about 5 to 8 minutes. Using a spatula, flip sections of the potatoes to crisp on the other side. Add 1 tablespoon reserved bacon fat or vegetable oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter and cook, without moving, until potatoes are browned on the other side, about another 5 minutes. Flip once or twice more (you don't have to be so careful here; just kind of stir them around) and continue to cook until most of the bits of potato are golden brown and crisped, about another 4 minutes.
  • Transfer potatoes to a plate. Serve with hot sauce (or ketchup, if you wish).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 516, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 821 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HASH BROWNS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Make clarified butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat and cook until the white milk solids separate and rise to the top, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat and carefully skim off the milk solids with a spoon; discard. Strain the remaining butter through a fine-mesh sieve and set aside (you should have about 1/4 cup clarified butter).
  • Peel the potatoes and grate them on the large holes of a box grater into a colander. Squeeze out the excess moisture with your hands, then blot the potatoes dry with paper towels.
  • Heat the clarified butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes to the skillet in a few piles and flatten with a spatula; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper and the paprika. Cook, undisturbed, until the potatoes start browning on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip, then drizzle with the cream; cook, undisturbed, until absorbed, about 2 minutes. Continue cooking, flipping the hash browns occasionally, until golden brown and crisp all over, about 15 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

EMILY'S FAMOUS HASH BROWNS



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Good old fashioned restaurant-style hash browns. Perfect with hot pepper sauce and ketchup!

Provided by your mom

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium russet potatoes, shredded
½ medium onion, finely chopped
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 cup oil for frying, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse shredded potatoes until water is clear, then drain and squeeze dry. Place shreds in a bowl, and mix in the onion, flour and egg until evenly distributed.
  • Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is sizzling hot, place potatoes into the pan in a 1/2 inch thick layer. Cover the whole bottom of the pan, or make separate piles like pancakes. Cook until nicely browned on the bottom, then flip over and brown on the other side. It should take at least 5 minutes per side. If you are cooking them in one big piece, it can be cut into quarters for easier flipping.
  • Remove from pan, and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 24.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

TRADITIONAL HASH BROWNS `21' CLUB



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Categories     Onion     Potato     Breakfast     Side     Bake     Sauté     Kid-Friendly     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds russet (baking) potatoes
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (there should be about 3 cups). In a large saucepan of boiling salted water parboil potatoes 5 minutes. Drain potatoes and cool. In a skillet heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté onions, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized. Cool onions and in a bowl combine with potatoes, stirring vigorously to partially break up potatoes. Hash browns may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a 10-inch non-stick skillet heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter over moderate heat until foam subsides and cook potato mixture, packing it evenly in skillet with back of spatula to form a cake, until underside is golden, about 10 minutes. Invert a plate or baking sheet without sides over skillet and carefully invert potato cake onto it. Carefully slide potato cake back into skillet and brown other side. On baking sheet bake potato cake 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle hash browns with pepper and salt to taste and cut into wedges.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the hash browns in a single layer. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Shred the potatoes finely using a grater or food processor. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
  • Press the shredded potatoes firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. This will help them crisp up when fried.
  • Season the hash browns with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Cook the hash browns over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy. This will take about 10-12 minutes per side.
  • Serve the hash browns immediately with your favorite toppings, such as eggs, bacon, sausage, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Hash browns are a delicious and versatile breakfast or brunch dish. They can be made with simple ingredients and are easy to customize to your liking. Whether you like them crispy or soft, plain or loaded with toppings, hash browns are a surefire way to start your day off right.

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