Here’s a hearty, flavorful recipe for Ground Beef and Potato Hash—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dinner:
Ground Beef and Potato Hash (Serves 3–4)
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2–3 medium potatoes, diced small
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/2 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
- Optional: fried eggs to serve on top
Instructions:
- Prep potatoes:
- Parboil diced potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes to speed up cooking and make them tender. Drain well.
- Cook potatoes:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and slightly crispy (~10 min). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook ground beef:
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Combine & crisp:
- Add potatoes back to the skillet. Stir to combine and let everything cook together for 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness and flavor.
- Serve:
- Garnish with parsley or green onions.
- Optional: top with a fried egg for a complete breakfast-style hash.
Tips & Variations:
- Cheesy twist: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the hash in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Vegetable boost: Add mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Spice it up: Add a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika for a smoky, spicy flavor.
If you want, I can also give a sheet-pan version where the ground beef and potatoes roast together in the oven—minimal stirring and extra crispy potatoes.
Do you want me to give that version too?
