Giant McDonalds Hash Browns

1h 10m
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Peel and cut two russet potatoes into three almost equal pieces.
  2. 2Boil the potatoes in a pot with water on high heat. Add salt.
  3. 3Reduce the heat to medium low and parboil for 10 minutes.
  4. 4Drain the water and grate the potatoes.
  5. 5In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes with one egg and one tablespoon of cornstarch.
  6. 6Form hash brown shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. 7Freeze for at least one hour to remove moisture.
  8. 8Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat.
  9. 9Fry the hash browns until golden brown on both sides.
  10. 10Season immediately with salt and any other desired seasonings.
  11. 11Strain the used oil through a fine sieve and store for later use.

Ingredients

  • 2 russet potatoes
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 1 cup vegetable oil

Equipment

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