Description
Hearty corned beef hash brings rustic Irish-American comfort straight to your kitchen table. Crispy potatoes, savory meat, and perfectly seasoned ingredients combine for a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) corned beef, chopped
Vegetables:
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Carefully chop corned beef, potatoes, onion, and bell pepper into uniform, bite-sized cubes.
- Thoroughly rinse diced potatoes under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat (around 350°F), adding butter or oil to create a smooth cooking surface.
- Distribute potato cubes evenly across the skillet, allowing them to cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes until developing a golden-brown exterior and soft interior.
- Transfer partially cooked potatoes to a separate plate, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, introduce additional butter or oil and incorporate onions, bell peppers, and garlic.
- Sauté vegetables for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until they become translucent and release aromatic flavors.
- Reintroduce potatoes to the skillet, combining them with diced corned beef and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Compress the hash mixture firmly into the pan, creating a compact layer.
- Allow the hash to cook uninterrupted for 5 minutes, developing a crispy caramelized bottom.
- Gently fold and redistribute the hash, repeating the crisping process to achieve consistent texture.
- Remove from heat when the edges are golden and crisp, and the interior is thoroughly heated.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional hot sauce for added zest.
Notes
- Use cold, waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for the best crispy texture that holds its shape during cooking.
- Drain excess moisture from corned beef to ensure a crispier, more caramelized hash with better browning.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary to add depth and complexity to the traditional flavor profile.
- For a lighter version, swap corned beef with lean turkey or chicken and use olive oil instead of butter to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2.2 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 24.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 15.8 g
- Fiber: 2.0 g
- Protein: 23.4 g
- Cholesterol: 148 mg