Calories in Hash Browns
Hash Browns has about 150 calories per 1 hash brown patty (55 g), or 272 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 1.4 g protein, 15.9 g carbs and 9.4 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Potato, hash brown, from fast food). Source: USDA FDC #2709478
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 hash brown patty (55 g) | 1 cup (diner-style) (156 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal | 150 kcal | 424 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 1.4 g | 4.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28.9 g | 15.9 g | 45.1 g |
| Fat | 17 g | 9.4 g | 26.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 1.5 g | 4.2 g |
| Sugar | 0.6 g | 0.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 566 mg | 311 mg | 883 mg |
About Hash Browns
Hash browns are shredded potato fried until crisp, and the frying is where most of the calories come from. A single fast-food patty is about 150 kcal; a heaped cup of diner hash browns is closer to 424.
Tip: Order them "light on the oil" at a diner, or bake frozen shredded potatoes on a sheet pan at home with a light spray of oil.
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Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking33 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in hash browns?+
About 150 kcal per 1 hash brown patty (55 g), or 272 kcal per 100 g.
How many calories in 1 cup (diner-style) of hash browns?+
1 cup (diner-style) (156 g) is roughly 424 kcal with 4.1 g protein, 45.1 g carbs and 26.5 g fat.
Are hash browns high in protein?+
Not really — 1 hash brown patty gives about 1.4 g protein, only 4% of its calories. Most of its energy comes from fat.
Are hash browns good for weight loss?+
Hash browns are calorie-dense (272 kcal per 100 g), so portions add up quickly. It can still fit a weight-loss diet as an occasional food if you log the portion honestly.
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