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Sausage Hashbrown: 7 Irresistible Appetizer Ideas

Sausage Hashbrown

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Delicious sausage hashbrown appetizers that combine savory breakfast sausage and crispy hashbrowns for a perfect crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage (Choose mild, maple, or spicy varieties.)
  • 2 cups Frozen Shredded Hash Browns (Thaw before use.)
  • 1 medium Finely Chopped Onion (Can substitute with shallots.)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be used.)
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Use gluten-free flour as a substitute.)
  • 2 large Eggs (Egg replacer for a vegan option.)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Fresh minced garlic can be swapped.)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil (Heat to 350°F for frying.)
  • Optional Dipping Sauce (Serve with ranch, sriracha mayo, or sweet chili.)
  • Optional Chopped Green Onions (For garnishing.)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble the breakfast sausage and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Add finely chopped onion to the skillet with a tablespoon of sausage drippings. Sauté until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked sausage and onion with thawed hash browns, cheddar cheese, flour, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Form small balls or patties from the mixture and place on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Chill formed appetizers in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F.
  7. Fry a few appetizers at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fried appetizers to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

  • Customize the flavor by using different sausage varieties.
  • Use fresh herbs for added flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning according to your taste.

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