Seeds Free Sweet Potato Hash Browns

Total time40 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

4.5

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Golden, crispy-edged patties made from sweet potatoes are one of those breakfast wins that feel indulgent but come together with a short, clean ingredient list. The trick to getting that satisfying crunch is wringing every last drop of moisture out of the shredded sweet potato before it ever hits the pan — skip that step and you get steam instead of sizzle. Coconut oil gives each patty a beautifully deep golden crust while adding a subtle richness that pairs perfectly with the warm, earthy notes of turmeric and ginger. Minced garlic rounds out the flavor so these taste far more complex than the effort involved. For anyone navigating a seeds-free lifestyle, this recipe is naturally in the clear — no sesame, no sunflower, no poppy, just whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. A cast iron or stainless steel skillet is your best friend here, holding steady heat so each batch cooks evenly without sticking. Finish with a scatter of fresh chives and serve them straight off the pan while the edges are still crackling.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled
3 tbsp coconut oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ground ginger
¾ tsp fine sea salt
2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1
Grate the peeled sweet potatoes on the large holes of a box grater (or use a food processor with a shredding disc) into a large mixing bowl.
2
Transfer the shredded sweet potato to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, gather the edges, and wring firmly over the sink until no more liquid drips out. Return the dried shreds to the bowl — the drier the shreds, the crispier the hash browns.

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