Description
Hearty egg and potato hash brings rustic comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen, blending crispy potatoes with perfectly runny eggs. Savory spices and golden-brown edges promise a satisfying breakfast that connects home cooks with simple, delicious traditions you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 large eggs
Potatoes and Seasonings:
- 1 1/2 lbs (680 grams) russet potatoes, skinned and diced small
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup minced chives or chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup shredded, reduced fat sharp cheddar
Instructions
- Prepare a skillet with olive oil over medium heat, reaching approximately 350°F, ensuring the surface is evenly coated.
- Distribute diced potatoes across the pan, allowing them to settle without immediate stirring to develop a crisp golden exterior.
- Cook potatoes for 10-12 minutes, gently turning occasionally to prevent sticking and promote uniform browning until they approach tender consistency.
- Incorporate garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt, thoroughly mixing to ensure even seasoning coverage across potato pieces.
- Introduce minced chives or green onions and optional bacon bits, folding them gently into the potato mixture to distribute flavors evenly.
- Create four small indentations in the potato mixture using a spatula, forming nest-like spaces for egg placement.
- Carefully crack an egg into each prepared nest, maintaining a consistent pan temperature around 325°F.
- Cover skillet with lid and cook eggs for 3-4 minutes, monitoring yolk consistency based on personal preference.
- Finish by sprinkling freshly ground black pepper and optional cheese, adjusting salt levels to taste.
- Serve immediately, portioning the hash while hot, ideally accompanied by toast or enjoyed independently.
Notes
- Swap potatoes for sweet potatoes or cauliflower to create a low-carb version perfect for keto and paleo diets.
- Use turkey bacon or omit bacon entirely for a lighter, vegetarian-friendly alternative that still delivers incredible flavor.
- Utilize cast iron skillet for superior heat distribution and crispier potato texture, ensuring each bite has maximum golden-brown crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 239
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 299 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg