Here at Lutosa, we take the production of foodservice hash browns seriously. As a company that has built up over 40 years of history and expertise in the potato sector, we know a great deal about foodservice hash browns and their role in the modern hospitality sector. We serve restaurants, foodservice outlets, caterers, wholesalers and others across the UK, Ireland, the United States, Australia, and many other countries worldwide. Find out more about our foodservice hash browns, what makes them different from the sorts of products you might currently stock and why switching to Lutosa could be a wise commercial decision.
Foodservice hash browns are potato products which have either been shredded or grated and then reconstituted into bite-sized nuggets or larger patties, typically either oval or triangular in shape. At Lutosa, they are pre-fried and subsequently frozen, making them ideal for commercial use in virtually any kitchen. Like our potato chips and fries, the selection of foodservice hash browns you can obtain from us are all suited to quick preparation scenarios, making them a common choice among professional kitchens with high output demands.
Available as gluten-free products, if wanted, and only derived from plant-based ingredients, Lutosa’s crunchy foodservice hash browns are suitable for a wide range of dietary needs. Even better from the perspective of professional foodservice managers, they are great as breakfast items and sides for lunches and main meals. What’s more, you can also serve them as finger food. We have four ready-to-cook formats for our foodservice hash browns, meaning you can obtain them for fryers, oven cooking, air frying or pan frying, whichever suits your establishment best.
Finally, foodservice hash browns are known for their consistent size, texture and quality, something that our production facility in Europe manages to deliver even when large batches are being prepared. From the perspective of wholesale stockists, these versatile food products are well positioned for versatility across numerous menu types with upmarket hotels, cafés and professional catering companies all buying them frequently.
All Lutosa coating - whether flavoured or not - are gluen-free, i.e. they do not contain wheat or derivatives of wheat. This makes them well-suited for people who suffer from celiac disease and for those who prefer to stick to a gluten-free diet.
Our foodservice hash browns are proudly Belgian-made at our production facilities using Lutosa’s four decades of potato processing expertise. Our products are known for their highly distinctive ultra-crispy texture. Our products consistently score well in consumer tests and this is partly down to the fact that we operate our own production, giving us full control over methods used and quality control.
A key aspect of our foodservice hash browns is that they look so appealing. This visual aspect of our hash browns is tailored for the hospitality industry where premium presentation is paramount. Moreover, we don’t supply one type of product. At Lutosa, there is an entire range of foodservice hash browns to choose from. This includes, for example, rustic options and crunchier shapes which can be added to menus as crunchies or nuggets, if suited to the particular foodservice business concerned. Finally, please also note that we only make use of carefully selected potato varieties, something that helps us to achieve the ideal texture with every batch we produce.
Wholesalers in the British Isles, Australia, the USA, and beyond should consider stocking our widely popular foodservice hash brown products, as they are frequently purchased by a variety of businesses, including:
The secret to the crispiness our foodservice hash browns enjoy isn’t so closely guarded. In fact, it is largely down to the production practice of pre-frying them and then moving swiftly to a flash-freezing process. This allows us to lock in texture and moisture for the perfect balance between the outer portion which is subsequently crispy with a soft, fluffy middle.
In addition, at Lutosa, our investment in R&D has led us to deliver uniform slicing and shaping, something that helps to ensure even cooking. This is something that’s been tested whether they’re cooked in a fryer, an oven or an air fryer. The outer, crispy section is designed to stay golden and crunchy after reheating, even when placed under heat lamps for periods before serving. Finally, the high potato content in our foodservice hash browns, which can be up to 90%, means an authentically crispy yet yielding bite is possible every time.
All of our foodservice hash brown products can be air fried, if wanted. This preparation method is typically chosen because it is a lighter option with less reliance on oil. There’s no need for the energy consumption associated with deep-pan fryers either, ideal for smaller kitchen set-ups or when each serving is prepared to order. Finally, less oil splatter from this way of preparing hash browns is often deemed as an advantage because it means less cleaning post-service.
One of the key factors in choosing to offer foodservice hash browns on a menu is that they’re so widely recognized by consumers. They offer high stock rotation and can be stored easily in freezers without the need for lengthy defrosting. Even better, these products pair well with numerous dishes making them a highly versatile choice. Without the need to peel or grate potatoes, these pre-prepared products also help to speed up kitchen workflows and, therefore, service times.
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