Corned Beef Hash
Corned beef and potato pressed into a hot pan and left alone until a crust forms. Forty minutes and one flip.
Method
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Boil the diced potato in salted water for 6 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.
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Heat the oil and dripping in a heavy frying pan over a medium-high heat.
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Fry the onion and pepper for 5 minutes.
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Add the potato and cook 5 minutes, turning occasionally.
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Add the corned beef, paprika, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce and mix through.
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Press the whole lot flat with a spatula.
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Leave it completely alone for 7 minutes, until a dark crust forms underneath.
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Turn it over in sections — it will break up, which is correct — and press flat again.
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Cook 5 minutes more without stirring.
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Fry the eggs separately and serve them on top with the parsley scattered over.
Chef’s Tips
- Press it flat and do not touch it.
- Parboil and dry the potato first.
- It breaks up when you turn it. That is fine.
Pairing Suggestions
- A fried egg, always
- Brown sauce
- Strong coffee
Storage & Reheating
Keeps 2 days refrigerated. Re-crisp in a hot pan.
Common questions
How long does Corned Beef Hash take to make?
About 40 minutes in total — 15 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Corned Beef Hash?
Press it flat and do not touch it. Parboil and dry the potato first. It breaks up when you turn it. That is fine.
What should I serve with Corned Beef Hash?
A fried egg, always; Brown sauce; Strong coffee.
How should Corned Beef Hash be stored?
Keeps 2 days refrigerated. Re-crisp in a hot pan.
Is Corned Beef Hash suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Corned Beef Hash?
About 630 kcal per serving, with 32 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 37 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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