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Title: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 07, 2013, 11:30:42 PM
I like an easy breakfast that doesn't take much time to prepare so we can enjoy the morning.  We love hash browns, and have come to rely on the dried hash browns we purchase at Costco - super easy to prepare and results in perfect hash browns every time (once you get the hang of cooking them)
Pour out some of the dried potatoes into a bowl, cover with water (1/2 inch above the level of the potatoes), and add a pinch of salt - then into the microwave for 1 minute to rehydrate
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In the meantime, if you want to add some meat, now is the time to start preparing it - this morning I used some of the pork butt we prepared using the SRG last weekend - these chunks were chopped relatively fine.
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After the potatoes have rehydrated (usually takes about 15 minutes), drain off as much of the water as you can - essential for crisp hash browns.  Place them on a paper towel if necessary.
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The chopped pork was seasoned with plenty of salt and black pepper.  The chunks were also coated with a blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and thyme, then lightly fried to warm them through
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Here's the outcome - very crisp potatoes and savory chunks of pork.
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Top with an egg and you have a simple breakfast that will leave you satisfied all day.
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Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: drholly on September 07, 2013, 11:35:47 PM
mmm that looks good. I am planning some hash browns for the girls as the weather cools. They are done on the waffle maker. I'll post when I do them.

But, this looks like a perfect breakfast!
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 07, 2013, 11:48:16 PM
Quote from: drholly on September 07, 2013, 11:35:47 PM
mmm that looks good. I am planning some hash browns for the girls as the weather cools. They are done on the waffle maker. I'll post when I do them.

But, this looks like a perfect breakfast!

Thanks David; the waffle maker idea sounds interesting - am looking forward to pics when you make them
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Smokin Don on September 08, 2013, 12:19:39 AM
A great lookin breakfast!!! Love them hash browns!! Don
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: CDN Smoker on September 08, 2013, 12:29:19 AM
Great looking breakfast
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: sparky on September 08, 2013, 01:11:28 AM
looks good but one thing.  i'm going to need 2 eggs w/ mine plz.   8)
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: fishingbouchman on September 08, 2013, 05:03:26 AM
looks great.  sending to wife to see if we can get some of them taters at our costco. 
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: africanmeat on September 08, 2013, 07:22:50 AM
looks great to me .
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: smokeasaurus on September 08, 2013, 09:07:27 AM
Hash browns are good with any meal. Those look great....I cant stand mushy taters......
Title: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Pappymn on September 08, 2013, 09:46:35 AM
Beautiful taters PZ!
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: ACW3 on September 08, 2013, 11:36:43 AM
Haven't tried the dried hash browns before.  I will look for them.  They would certainly be easier to store.

Art
Title: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Pappymn on September 08, 2013, 11:42:14 AM

Quote from: ACW3 on September 08, 2013, 11:36:43 AM
Haven't tried the dried hash browns before.  I will look for them.  They would certainly be easier to store.

Art

Costco sells them in a 8 pack for about 6 bucks. You just open the top, fill with hot water, close the top, let sit for 10 minutes.

Then cook as desired. They are excellent......and no freezer burn
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: hikerman on September 08, 2013, 11:52:08 AM
Very nice idea PZ!  The Sun is always shining with a breakfast like that!   8)
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 08, 2013, 12:47:22 PM
Thanks guys. They're perfect for RVing, camping, etc.
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: sliding_billy on September 08, 2013, 01:47:00 PM
Nice cook pz.
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: rexster314 on September 08, 2013, 02:19:35 PM
Those dried hash browns are the greatest thing. They won't go bad and in the time it takes to make real ones, the dried ones can be reconstituted
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: bbqchef on September 08, 2013, 02:40:49 PM
CB posted that idea a few weeks ago... I haven't tried it yet.

I tried to do it with CBH... didn't work; the hash was too moist!

Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 08, 2013, 05:12:08 PM
What works for me is to get the potatoes as dry and starch free as possible from the start.

Quote from: Pappymn on September 08, 2013, 11:42:14 AM
Costco sells them in a 8 pack for about 6 bucks. You just open the top, fill with hot water, close the top, let sit for 10 minutes.

Interesting regional difference - the packaging I have available are large - 2.34 pounds, so I just pour what I need - typically will get a dozen or more servings for two
Title: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Pappymn on September 08, 2013, 05:32:17 PM

Quote from: pz on September 08, 2013, 05:12:08 PM
What works for me is to get the potatoes as dry and starch free as possible from the start.
  • It using fresh potatoes, I wash the shredded potatoes to free them of residual starch, then dry them in paper towels - that allows them to brown nicely without burning
  • If using the Costco dried potatoes, then it is even simpler - rehydrate until soft, then dry in a colander, or on paper towels

Quote from: Pappymn on September 08, 2013, 11:42:14 AM
Costco sells them in a 8 pack for about 6 bucks. You just open the top, fill with hot water, close the top, let sit for 10 minutes.

Interesting regional difference - the packaging I have available are large - 2.34 pounds, so I just pour what I need - typically will get a dozen or more servings for two

That is funny. Mine are like milk cartons from school. 4.2 ounces

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Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Keymaster on September 08, 2013, 06:09:03 PM
Quote from: ACW3 on September 08, 2013, 11:36:43 AM
Haven't tried the dried hash browns before.  I will look for them.  They would certainly be easier to store.

Art
I you ever had hash browns  at Denny's then you have had dehydrated hash browns ;) I used to be a grill flipper there :)
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 16, 2013, 06:07:34 PM
Quote from: drholly on September 07, 2013, 11:35:47 PM
mmm that looks good. I am planning some hash browns for the girls as the weather cools. They are done on the waffle maker. I'll post when I do them.

But, this looks like a perfect breakfast!

I used your method, David - turned out great!
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Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: drholly on September 16, 2013, 07:26:31 PM
Quote from: pz on September 16, 2013, 06:07:34 PM
Quote from: drholly on September 07, 2013, 11:35:47 PM
mmm that looks good. I am planning some hash browns for the girls as the weather cools. They are done on the waffle maker. I'll post when I do them.

But, this looks like a perfect breakfast!

I used your method, David - turned out great!
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hrsUUHIPAO0/UjaGPCOCjnI/AAAAAAAADvs/gZctln5_3KM/w1247-h832-no/IMG_2053.JPG)  (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WLTVhcsT75w/UjaGQIBrgdI/AAAAAAAADvw/3oQhhiF2gzo/w1247-h832-no/IMG_2054.JPG)

Those are perfect pz! We did some this weekend along with pancake coated bacon - no pics - trying to get to softball tournament. Will do pictures next time. Yours look just right - delicious - maybe we'll stop by on the way to our next softball tournament!  Thanks!
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: squirtthecat on September 16, 2013, 08:14:41 PM

Y'all are making me hungry for breakfast eats!!!!!     ;)
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: Keymaster on September 16, 2013, 08:43:57 PM
I'll be trying that waffle iron hash brown trick soon , cool thanks guys!!!
Title: Re: Easy crispy hash browns
Post by: pz on September 16, 2013, 10:16:12 PM
Indeed!  David's method is really simple and makes perfect hash browns in a fraction of the time - browns both sides at the same time so it is a big time saver.  Plus the potatoes are really crisp, with almost no added oil - used Pam, so the low fat content pleased my ever vigilant sweetheart, who does not allow me to have too much fat.