Steve Walker wrote:
> I've tried a variety of hash browns, all being slightly different
> from the east coast to the west coast of the US. The hash browns you
> buy already made here in the UK are very poor in comparison and
> contain mainly potato, and perhaps a little onion if lucky!
> Are there any spices used in the US style hash browns, perhaps
> paprika or cumin??
> Any recipes and tips for creating authentic style hash browns will be
> very much appreciated.
>
> Kind Regards
> Steve Walker
> Hull, East Yorkshire
> UK

Hi Steve,

There are hash browns (grated potatoes grilled like a German potato pancake)
and then there are home fries (diced potatoes pan-fried in oil with diced
onions). I'm not sure what you're looking for but I can guarantee there is
no cumin or paprika in either one. Lots of salt & pepper, it's the key to
both.

Having said that, you can pretty much do anything you want to with your
potatoes. I like to dice them, sprinkle with salt & pepper, toss them in a
frying pan with oil along with some onion, garlic, and sprinkle with some
(yes) hot Hungarian paprika. It's not typical but there you have it. The
typical ones are just browned in oil potatoes with diced onion. There's
nothing really special about hash browns except they taste good

Jill
USA