Ingredients
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- 4 medium russet potatoes
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and rinse the russet potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor into thin shreds.
- Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Heat enough vegetable oil (about half an inch) in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Spread the grated potatoes evenly in the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 6 minutes until golden brown, then flip carefully and cook for another 5 minutes until both sides are crispy.
- Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 224
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg