Homemade Air Fryer Hash Browns are so easy to make by using fresh or frozen shredded potato, a little bit of oil, and a light seasoning of onion powder, salt, and pepper. They're perfectly crispy on the outside with beautiful golden color and no heavy grease.
1poundshredded potatoes (fresh or frozen),approximately 3 medium potatoes
1teaspoononion powder
1-2tablespoonolive oil
salt and pepper,to taste
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
Prepare the potatoes:If using freshly shredded potatoes, soak the potatoes in water for 10-15 minutes to remove the starch (this will result in crispy hash browns). Then drain the water and squeeze out as much water as possible. Pat the potatoes dry with a paper towel.If using frozen shredded potatoes, defrost the potatoes by soaking it in water for a few minutes. Drain and squeeze out all the water. Pat the potatoes dry with a paper towel.
Season the hash browns: In a large (dry) bowl, add onion powder, olive oil, salt and pepper to the potatoes. Mix well.
Cook the hash browns: Grease the bottom of the air fryer tray with olive oil. Fill the air fryer tray with the shredded potatoes. Use your hands or a spatula to press down and shape the hash browns. Spray cooking spray on top of the hash browns. Air fry the hash browns for 16-20 minutes, until golden brown.
Notes
For Extra Crispy Hash Browns:
Soak the shredded potatoes in water for at least 10-15 to remove the starch.
Squeeze as much water out of the potatoes as possible. Use paper towels to dry the potatoes and the bowl.
Evenly spread the layer of hash browns into the air fryer so that it all gets cooked evenly. Thinner parts will burn and thicker parts will not crisp up.