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Frozen hash browns may not be a complete meal on their own, but The Kitchn has come up with five inventive ways to make them more flavorful and satisfying.
If you’ve ever bought a bag of frozen hash browns, you’re probably familiar with the leftover portion after breakfast. Any of the recipes below would be an excellent way to make use of those extras, but the one that caught my eye is utilizing the starchy, gooey texture of defrosted shredded potatoes as a binder for savory crab or fish cakes.
Simply sauté the hash browns in a hot skillet until they're just thawed, around 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a bowl and allow them to cool to room temperature. Use your hands or a fork to mash them until they become smooth, resembling mashed potatoes. Add your cooked and flaked seafood (or vegetables) to the mixture. Season with spices and herbs, mix everything together, and form into patties. Fry them in a shallow pan of oil until golden and crispy, about five to six minutes per side.
This method works wonderfully with crab meat, but I believe it would also make for an excellent salmon croquette.
Photo by Emily Leung.
