Ingredient

Hash Browns

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

In packaged foods, hash browns are primarily used as a component in breakfast meals, …

What it is

Hash browns are a popular potato dish made from shredded, diced, or riced potatoes that are pan-fried or baked until golden brown and crispy. They are typically made from white potatoes, which are a starchy vegetable.

Why it's used

In packaged foods, hash browns are primarily used as a component in breakfast meals, burritos, and sandwiches. They provide a satisfying texture and flavor, adding bulk and a familiar comfort food element to convenience items.

Health notes

Hash browns are a food product, not a food additive, and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a whole food. As a potato product, they provide carbohydrates and some vitamins and minerals. However, depending on preparation, they can be high in fat and sodium, especially when fried or processed. The FDA does not set ADIs for whole foods like potatoes.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Hash browns are made from potatoes, which are not among the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

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Bob Evans Farms Inc Sausage, Egg, Cheese & Hash Browns Breakfast Bakes, Sausage, Egg, Cheese & Hash Browns Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 162kcal 5.0Protein 8.1Fat 16.2Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Sausage Breakfast Burrito Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 85% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 83% DV per serving 268kcal 12.6Protein 14.9Fat 21.6Carbs Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc. Egg, Bacon, Hash Brown & Cheese Burritos Whole Eggs, Bacon, Hash Browns And 3 Cheeses Wrapped In A Flour Tortilla Breakfast Burritos, Egg, Bacon, Hash Brown & Cheese Burritos Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 267kcal 14.2Protein 10.8Fat 29.2Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Cheeseburger Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 106kcal 4.5Protein 6.1Fat 8.2Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Cheeseburger Chowder Soup, Cheeseburger Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 52% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 110kcal 4.9Protein 6.5Fat 7.8Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Cheeseburger Chowder, Cheeseburger Canned Soup High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 60kcal 2.6Protein 3.5Fat 4.2Carbs

Ittella International, Inc. Plant Based Sausage Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Red & Green Peppers With A Cheddar Cheese Sauce Breakfast Bowl, Plant Based Sausage Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 65% DV per serving 112kcal 8.3Protein 5.8Fat 8.7Carbs

Ittella International, Inc. Scrambled Eggs, Hashbrowns, Red & Green Peppers With A Cheddar Cheese Sauce Plant-Based Sausage Breakfast Bowl Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 77% DV per serving 113kcal 8.1Protein 6.0Fat 8.4Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Cheesy Scramble With Hash Browns Scrambled Eggs With Cheddar, Monterey Jack And Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheeses With A Side Of Ore-Ida Homestyle Hash Browns, Cheesy Scramble With Hash Browns Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 103kcal 8.2Protein 3.8Fat 8.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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