Classic Corned Beef Hash with Fried Eggs
Celebrate the hearty flavors of corned beef with this classic Corned Beef Hash recipe, a family staple perfect for brunch or breakfast. This dish features tender, diced potatoes sautéed with onions and garlic, infused with savory pieces of corned beef, creating a comforting meal that warms the heart. Once it's topped with golden fried eggs and served with crispy rye bread toast, it becomes a delightful experience that’s even better the next day. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying recipe that brings a touch of nostalgia to your table!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chopped cooked corned beef
1 - 1 1/2 cups (Chop into small pieces)
Minced onion
3/4 cup (Mince finely)
Garlic cloves
3 (Smashed and chopped)
Salt
1 teaspoon (To taste)
Black pepper
To taste (Freshly ground)
Diced potatoes
3 cups (Small diced or use store-bought hashbrowns)
Butter
2 tablespoons (Melted in the frying pan)
Vegetable oil
For frying eggs (Used for frying)
Eggs
As needed (Fried to preference)
Rye bread
As needed (For toasting)
Instructions
1
Prepare your eggs and toast: It's traditional in our home to serve fried eggs on top of the hash, and rye bread is the perfect accompaniment. Don't skimp on the real butter for rich flavor on your toast.
2
In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced onions and sauté until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the diced potatoes to the pan and continue to cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy, approximately 20 minutes.
4
Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the chopped corned beef, smashed garlic, and salt. Cover the pan and let it heat through for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5
While the hash is warming, heat oil in a separate frying pan. To check the oil's readiness, drop a small amount of water into it; it should dance when the oil is hot enough.
6
Crack each egg into a bowl, then gently slide it into the hot oil to fry. Spoon the hot oil over the egg to ensure an even cook. Cook until the eggs reach your desired doneness, then remove with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
7
Serve the warm hash on plates topped with fried eggs, and allow guests to toast their rye bread at the table.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classic Corned Beef Hash?
It is a hearty dish featuring tender diced potatoes sautéed with onions and garlic, mixed with savory corned beef.
What are the main ingredients for this recipe?
The main ingredients include cooked corned beef, onions, garlic, potatoes, butter, vegetable oil, eggs, and rye bread.
How many potatoes are required for the hash?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of diced potatoes.
Can I use store-bought potatoes?
Yes, you can use store-bought hashbrowns instead of fresh diced potatoes.
How should the onions be prepared?
The onions should be minced finely, yielding about 3/4 cup.
How long should I sauté the onions?
Sauté the minced onions in butter for about 5 minutes until they are softened but not browned.
At what heat should the potatoes be cooked?
Cook the diced potatoes on low heat to ensure they become tender.
How long does it take to cook the potatoes?
It takes approximately 20 minutes for the potatoes to reach a tender consistency.
How many garlic cloves are used in this recipe?
This recipe uses 3 garlic cloves.
How is the garlic prepared?
The garlic cloves should be smashed and chopped before being added to the pan.
How much corned beef is needed?
The recipe requires 1 to 1 1/2 cups of chopped cooked corned beef.
What is the best way to chop the corned beef?
The corned beef should be chopped into small, uniform pieces.
When should the salt and garlic be added?
Stir in the salt and chopped garlic once the potatoes have become tender.
What is the purpose of covering the pan?
Covering the pan allows the hash to heat through and lets the flavors meld together.
How long should the hash heat after adding beef?
The mixture should heat through for about 10 minutes.
What type of bread is traditionally served with hash?
Rye bread is considered the perfect traditional accompaniment for corned beef hash.
Is real butter recommended for the toast?
Yes, using real butter on the rye toast provides a rich flavor.
Which oil is recommended for frying the eggs?
Vegetable oil is used for frying the eggs in this recipe.
How do I test if the frying oil is ready?
Drop a small amount of water into the oil; it should dance when the oil is hot enough.
How do I ensure the eggs cook evenly?
Spoon the hot frying oil over the egg while it is cooking.
How should I remove the eggs from the oil?
Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the hot oil.
Where should the fried eggs drain?
Let the fried eggs drain on paper towels after removing them from the pan.
How can guests toast their bread?
Guests can toast their rye bread at the table while the hash is served.
How much minced onion is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of minced onion.
How much butter is used for the frying pan?
Two tablespoons of butter are melted in the frying pan for the hash.
What type of pepper should be used?
Freshly ground black pepper is used to season the dish to taste.
What texture should the cooked potatoes have?
The potatoes should be tender but not mushy.
Should the onions be browned during sautéing?
No, the onions should be softened but not browned.
Is this recipe good for leftovers?
Yes, the dish is even better the next day.
When is this dish typically served?
This dish is a family staple perfect for brunch or breakfast.