Crispy Hash Brown Breakfast Tostadas Recipe
A quick and delicious breakfast tostada featuring crispy hash browns topped with melted American cheese, a fried egg, and optional bacon, all served with a kick of hot sauce. Perfect for a satisfying morning meal that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tsp. neutral oil
- 1 frozen hash brown patty, thawed
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1 slice American cheese (preferably Kraft)
- 1 large Eggland’s Best fried egg
- 1 slice cooked bacon, finely chopped (optional)
- Hot sauce (such as Frank’s), for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 1 teaspoon of neutral oil until shimmering and hot enough for cooking.
- Cook the first side of the hash brown: Add the thawed hash brown patty to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom is browned and crispy.
- Flip and press: Flip the hash brown and gently press it down with a lightly greased burger press or spatula to flatten. Use a spatula to ensure it isn’t sticking to the pan.
- Cook the other side: Cook the hash brown for another 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom is browned and crispy.
- Season and add cheese: Flip the hash brown back, lightly season with kosher salt, then top with a slice of American cheese. Cover the skillet to help the cheese melt, cooking for about 30 seconds.
- Assemble tostada: Transfer the cheese-melted hash brown to a plate. Top it with the fried egg and sprinkle finely chopped cooked bacon over it if using.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite hot sauce alongside for added flavor and heat.
Notes
- Thaw the hash brown patty before cooking for best results and even browning.
- You can substitute American cheese for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or replace it with sautéed mushrooms or avocado slices.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your liking or omit if preferred milder flavors.
- Use a nonstick skillet and lightly grease your spatula or press to avoid sticking while flattening the hash brown.
Keywords: hash brown, breakfast tostada, fried egg, crispy hash browns, American cheese, bacon, quick breakfast
