Avocado Hash Browns

Ingredients

 * 6 pounds frozen hash browns with onion
 * vegetable oil - as needed
 * salt - to taste
 * coarsely ground black pepper - to taste
 * 6 California avocados
 * 3 tbsp lemon juice
 * sour cream (optional) - for garnish
 * tomato salsa (optional) - for garnish
 * chopped cilantro - for garnish

Directions

 * 1) In batches sauté potato over high heat, turning frequently, until potato just begins to brown, about 5 minutes.
 * 2) Season with salt and pepper; reserve.

Just before service

 * 1) Cut avocado in ¼-inch dice; gently fold in lemon juice.
 * 2) Reserve.

Per order

 * 1) Cook ½ cup reserved potato mixture and ¼ cup diced avocado in 1 teaspoon hot oil until well browned.
 * 2) garnish with sour cream, salsa and cilantro.