Homemade Hash Browns in Air Fryer from Scratch

Prep Time: 16

Cook Time: 14

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Cost: $0.77 per recipe / $0.19 per serving

▢ 1.5 pounds russet potatoes about 2 medium-sized potatoes ($0.60)
▢ 2 tablespoons oil ($0.06)
▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt ($0.01)
▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder ($0.06)
▢ ¼ teaspoon onion powder ($0.03)
▢ ½ teaspoon black pepper ($0.01)

Prep the potatoes. First, peel and grate the potatoes. Then, add the shredded potatoes to a large bowl and cover with cold water. Allow the potatoes to soak for at least 10 minutes, ideally about 30 minutes.
Squeeze out as much excess water as possible. After 10-30 minutes, drain and rinse the potatoes well. This will help to remove the excess starches. Transfer the shredded potatoes to a clean lint-free kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Pat the potatoes dry and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Add seasonings. Season the potatoes with oil, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Air fry. Transfer the potatoes into an air fryer basket, lightly pressing down until the potato shreds are flattened into an even, single layer. For extra crispy potatoes, lightly spray the top of the hash browns with a little cooking spray like Pam or olive oil spray. Air fry at 360F for 14-18 minutes, or until the homemade hash browns are crispy and golden brown.
Serve. Enjoy these crispy air fryer hash browns while hot as as desired. Enjoy!

Storage instructions: Leftovers will keep in an airtight storage container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 360F for about 5 minutes, or until hot and crispy again.
Freezing instructions: Place the air fried potatoes on a parchment lined baking sheet. Break into individual servings, if desired. Flash freeze for 1 to 2 hours, or until frozen solid. Transfer to a freezer safe bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen at 360F for 5-8 minutes, or until hot and crispy again.