Description
Turn dinner into a flavor-packed, comforting one-skillet meal with Hamburger Hash. A hearty combination of browned ground beef, tender potatoes, and fresh vegetables, this easy and quick dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Loaded with protein, veggies, and carbs, it’s filling, family-friendly, and offers customizable options to suit any taste or dietary need while keeping cleanup simple.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
Vegetables
- 3 medium Yukon gold or red potatoes, diced into small cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Fats
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dice the potatoes into small, uniform cubes for even cooking. Chop the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic so all are ready when the skillet is hot.
- Brown the ground beef: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the vegetables: Push the beef to one side of the skillet. Add the diced potatoes, onions, and bell peppers to the empty side. Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to soften and onions become translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic during the last minute to prevent burning.
- Combine and season: Mix all ingredients together in the skillet. Sprinkle smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper evenly. Stir well and continue cooking until the potatoes are tender and nicely browned, about 5 more minutes.
- Final touches: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove from heat, and if desired, add fresh herbs or sprinkle cheese on top before serving warm.
Notes
- Cut potatoes into even cubes to ensure even cooking and a golden crust.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet to prevent steaming and retain texture.
- Use medium heat to brown beef and veggies without burning.
- Allow the hash to rest a few minutes off heat for flavors to meld.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to maintain vibrant flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg