1 green bell pepper, diced
Discover more
Cookware & Diningware
Meat & Seafood
Burgers
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Discover more
Cheesy
Hamburger
Steak
Fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary)
For Serving:
Fried eggs (highly recommended)
Ketchup or hot sauce
Fresh parsley or chefs, chopped
Shredded cheese (cheddar is perfect)
The Method: One Pan, Big Flavor
Step 1: Par-Cook the Potatoes (The Secret to Crispy Success)
Place diced potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave for 4-5 minutes, until just starting to soften but not fully cooked.
Drain well and pat dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture is key to crispy potatoes.
Alternatively: Boil potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and dryStep 2: Brown the Beef
Heat a large skillet (cast-iron is ideal) over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Beef
Add ground beef and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and cooked through, 6-8 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a plate, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
Step 3: Cook the Potatoes
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. The beef fat + oil combination is flavor gold. Cooking & Recipes
Add the par-cooked potatoes in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until deeply golden brown on one side.
Stir and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and crispy on multiple sides.
Step 4: Add Onions and Aromatics
Push potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add onion to the empty space and cook until softened, 3-4 minutes.
Add garlic, bell pepper, or mushrooms (if using) and cook for 2 minutes more.
Stir everything together with the potatoes.
Step 5: Combine and Season
Return the browned beef to the skillet.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Add Worcestershire sauce or tomato paste if using.
Stir everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and flavors melt.
Step 6: Serve
