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Corned Beef Hash with Potatoes

Crispy corned beef hash with potatoes and a fried egg in skillet

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This corned beef hash is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, turning simple ingredients into a crispy, savory skillet meal. It’s perfect for using up leftovers or making a quick, comforting dinner that feels like home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked corned beef, chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Fried or poached eggs, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the potatoes. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced potatoes in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes to develop a golden crust, then stir. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes total until tender and crispy. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Sauté the aromatics. Push the potatoes to the edges of the skillet. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil or butter to the center. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
  3. Combine and crisp. Add the chopped corned beef, smoked paprika, and thyme to the skillet. Stir everything together thoroughly. Press the mixture down into an even layer with a spatula. Let it cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to form a crispy crust on the bottom.
  4. Finish and serve. Flip sections of the hash over to crisp the other side for 3-4 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, topped with fried or poached eggs.

Notes

For canned corned beef hash, sauté the onion and pepper first, then add the canned hash and press into the pan. Cook without stirring for 5-7 minutes per side to get a deep crust. You can add the smoked paprika and thyme for extra flavor. For crispier potatoes, ensure they are in a single layer and do not stir too often.

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