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Corned Beef Hash is a simple and tasty method to utilize leftover corned beef. Include a fried egg for a filling breakfast!
Honestly, getting my family to enjoy leftovers is quite challenging. They often don’t want to feel like they’re eating the same meal again, so I have to be creative! This is where this recipe proves useful.
If you are searching for a way to transform that tasty Baked Corned Beef from dinner into a remarkable breakfast, this Corned Beef Hash is the solution.
It’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. If your family enjoys corned beef, they are going to love this dish.

What is corned beef hash?
“Hash” refers to a meal created with chopped potatoes, onions, and meat. In this scenario, the meat used is corned beef, hence the name Corned Beef Hash. The recipe is quite straightforward.
The ingredients you’ll need:
BUTTER/OIL:
For cooking the hash.
CORNED BEEF:
Two cups of leftover corned beef cut into small pieces are necessary.
Thin deli slices will not work for this dish.
RUSSET POTATOES:
Peeled and chopped.
ONION:
Yellow or white onions are preferred. Dice them to match the size of the corned beef and potatoes.
GREEN ONION:
Adds a fresh onion taste and a nice color.
SALT/PEPPER/GARLIC POWDER:
Remember that corned beef has significant salt content. Wait until the end to check if you need to add more salt.
EGGS:
Optional, for those who want this to be a hearty breakfast dish.

How to make corned beef hash:
- Making hashes is quite easy, and this corned beef hash recipe is no different. Just follow these instructions, and you’ll be ready to go!
- Cut everything into similar sizes.
- Cook potatoes for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Introduce onions, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Mix in corned beef and green onions.
- Serve topped with a fried egg.
STEP 1:
Chop the potatoes, onions, and corned beef into equally sized pieces.
STEP 2:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once the butter melts, add the potatoes and cook without stirring for 5 minutes.
STEP 3: Include the onions, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir, cover, and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
STEP 4:
Remove the cover, add the corned beef, and cook until warmed throughout. Stir in green onions and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
OPTIONAL:
In a non-stick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add an egg. Let it cook until the egg whites are firm. Plate the hash, top with the fried egg, and serve.
Variations:
One of the wonderful aspects of “hash” recipes is that you can create countless different versions. Various types of potatoes can be utilized:
Yukon gold, red potatoes, or even sweet potatoes are great choices. You may also include some chopped bell pepper. The key thing is to ensure that all ingredients are cut into similar sizes. Aside from that, the choice is entirely yours!
Corned Beef Hash
Corned Beef Hash is a simple and tasty method to use up leftover corned beef.
For a filling breakfast, you can top it with a fried egg!
- Preparation Time 10 minutes
- Cooking Time 15 minutes
- Course Main Dish
- Cuisine American
- Servings 4 individuals
- Calories 538 kcal
Ingredients
- – 5 russet potatoes, roughly 2 pounds, peeled and cut into cubes
- – 2 cups corned beef, chopped
- – 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- – 2 – 4 tablespoons of butter
- – 1 teaspoon olive oil
- – 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- – 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon salt
- – 4 eggs
Instructions
- – Cut the potatoes, onion, and corned beef into pieces of similar sizes.
- – In a large frying pan, warm the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the potatoes and allow to cook for 5 minutes without stirring.
- – Next, mix in the onion, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir the mixture, then cover and let it cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- – Once uncovered, add the corned beef and cook until it’s heated through. Stir in the green onions and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- – OPTIONAL: In a non-stick pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the egg. Cook until the egg whites are firm. Place the hash on a plate, top it with the fried egg, and serve.
Notes
If you prefer, you can leave the potato skins on.
Letting the potatoes cook for 5 minutes without touching them helps to make them crispy. I also enjoy using a well-seasoned cast iron pan for this dish, as it provides a wonderful crust on the potatoes.
The nutrition information is meant for estimation only.
Nutrition
- Calories: 538 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 230 mg
- Sodium: 1831 mg
- Potassium: 1581 mg
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Vitamin A: 279 IU
- Vitamin C: 48 mg
- Calcium: 98 mg
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