Simple Skillet Egg Hash (Printable View)

A rustic skillet meal featuring golden potatoes, sautéed peppers, and eggs cooked to perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, diced with skin
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Eggs

06 - 4 large eggs

→ Spices & Herbs

07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
09 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - 3/4 tsp kosher salt, plus additional to taste

→ Other

11 - 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and tender.
02 - Add the chopped onion and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Level the hash evenly in the skillet. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the mixture.
05 - Use a spoon to make four wells in the hash. Crack one egg into each well.
06 - Cover skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until egg whites set and yolks remain runny. Cook longer for firmer yolks as desired.
07 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley if using, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pan meal
  • Quick and easy
02 -
  • Add cooked bacon or sausage for a non vegetarian version
  • Top with shredded cheese before covering to melt
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking
  • Do not over stir the potatoes to keep them crispy
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