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Sausage Hashbrown Appetizers

Crispy Sausage Hashbrown Appetizers That Wow Every Guest

These crispy sausage hashbrown appetizers combine savory breakfast sausage with crunchy hashbrowns, a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Can substitute with plant-based crumbles for vegetarian
  • 3 cups Frozen Shredded Hash Browns Thaw fully before mixing
  • 1 medium Onion Use shallots for milder taste
For Binding
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Experiment with other cheeses like pepper jack
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with olive oil for healthier option
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream/Dipping Sauce Use ranch, sriracha mayo, or sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish before serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the breakfast sausage for about 7-10 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add finely chopped onion to the same skillet and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage and sautéed onion with thawed hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, flour, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties about 1-2 inches wide. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Cover baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Maintain the correct temperature.
  7. Carefully add the prepared appetizers to the hot oil, frying in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked appetizers from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.
  9. Plate the sausage hashbrown appetizers and serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These appetizers can be customized with different spices or vegetables for a vegetarian option. Adjust seasoning to suit your taste.

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