Chef John's Corned Beef Hash Recipe
This hearty and flavorful corned beef hash recipe is the perfect dish for any time of day. With crispy potatoes, tender corned beef, and a flavorful salsa twist, it's sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 1 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 pounds cooked corned beef, finely chopped
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- cup roasted tomato salsa
Directions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are almost tender but still firm.
- Drain the potatoes and chop them finely. Set aside.
- In a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet, cook the chopped corned beef over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the fat begins to render.
- Add the chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Next, add the crushed garlic and butter to the beef mixture. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the butter melts.
- Stir in the finely chopped potatoes and roasted tomato salsa. Add a pinch of salt and mix everything together until well combined.
- Use a spatula to pat down the mixture in the skillet. Divide it into four sections.
- Cook the hash without stirring for about 5 minutes, until a golden crust forms on the bottom of the mixture.
- Flip each section and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing a crust to form on the new bottom. Continue flipping every 5 minutes until the hash stays together and reaches a golden brown crust, which should take 10 to 15 minutes in total.
- Once the hash is crispy and golden, remove it from the skillet and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 609 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 36g |
| Saturated Fat | 13g |
| Cholesterol | 175mg |
| Sodium | 2068mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g |
| Total Sugars | 3g |
| Protein | 36g |
| Vitamin C | 45mg |
| Calcium | 83mg |
| Iron | 5mg |
| Potassium | 1174mg |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Comments
Val's Mom
10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM
For the most part I followed the recipe, the only thing I did different was I cooked the corned beef brisket in the slow cooker for a day and a half, but that was more for my benefit. I love the smell in my house and also it made chopping it easier, it just falls apart. I have never cooked corned beef so I never dreamed I could make corned beef hash. The recipe is simple and tasty! Huge success. And it freezes well, this makes a lot for two people to eat so we froze most of it. We just take it out and put it in the fridge the night before then pop it in the microwave. Yumm! Great Recipe!
Jennifer Baker
03/17/2014 12:12:41 PM
The flavor is out of this world good, and I used baby red potatoes because I like to leave them unpeeled. The fire roasted salsa adds a delicious but subtle Southwestern flavor, and instead of poached egg I topped the hash with more salsa and some sour cream. I had trouble flipping the hash in pieces so I did the best I could and just cooked it until it was crisp in pieces. Delicious!!
Archfiend138
01/02/2016 08:47:12 PM
cooked all of it in bacon fat and it was absolutely delicious. be patient you really want that good crust on the hash it adds an amazing texture. I added a fried egg to the top and a few slices of bacon on the side for a large and amazing Brinner. Forget that canned this is worth the minimal work for an incredible result.
Kat Bresler
07/23/2017 08:08:28 PM
The only thing I did different was, I used three large fresh potatoes, I dimed them along with 2/3 of a large white onion. Sauteed in olive oil until brown and crispy, and mixed everything else as follows the same as the recipe. Delish!
1010lisalynn
02/24/2024 08:13:08 PM
A Great Brunch Dish from Leftover Corned Beef! After a long walk in the morning and the usual Saturday shopping excursions I was hungry. This breakfast treat was easy to put together and I didn’t change a thing with making the recipe. I didn’t even know about fire roasted salsa before and found it right next to the fire roasted tomatoes at Walmart. It’s always a joy to make a Chef John’s recipe!! I made a topper of sour cream, salsa, and fresh green onions slices.
Allrecipes Member
03/21/2021 11:41:12 PM
Been trying to make a good corned beef hash for a long time. This recipe pretty much nailed it. I really like Chef John’s recipes. I hope she’d leftover corned beef. Put half it in the Nutribullet And finely diced the other half. Smashed the potatoes.
Alan Sun
08/08/2024 01:22:36 PM
Thanks Chef John for sharing this super-delicious recipe. It's hard to get the texture of the hash browns to be crunchy, next time I will try cutting the potatoes into smaller pieces. Thanks again!
Blayne Becker Gaines
06/07/2020 05:17:03 PM
Loved Chef John’s CB Hash! I didn’t have green onion so substituted with Vidalia onion (1/2 c). I topped it all off with Hollandaise Sauce over the egg. Delicious!
jpdowling
03/21/2024 08:30:31 PM
Another great recipe!!! I had to use more butter at altitude and a little more than medium heat.
Victoriaren
04/06/2017 09:52:27 PM
I Wondered. What the heck is the big deal about corned beef hash? Well, now I know. Chopped up the leftover corned beef, potatoes, carrots and onions from the crockpot corned beef dinner. Added everything in recipe except green onions. Didn't have them. The salsa gives it spice, but you can't tell it's from salsa. Perfect. Had it for breakfast next morning with sunny side up eggs on top. Yummy!
deborw
07/01/2014 12:30:12 PM
I have never made hash of any kind before, and thought this was very good! I used leftover sliced corned venison for this (no fat at all) so did not cook it before adding the potatoes, onions, etc. the salsa added a nice touch and we had it for brunch, both hubby and I like it very much. thanks!
Gary Wright
04/07/2025 07:16:03 AM
Made it and it’s officially my go-to.
Donna Pointer
03/22/2024 08:03:24 PM
This is perfection!! In my opinion, this is the best way to enjoy corned beef leftovers. To enjoy a quick, easy, and most delicious dish, change nothing (except using diced up leftover corned beef & potatoes from your corned beef meal). Thank you yet again Chef John.
Tyler Wilson
03/21/2024 02:22:06 PM
Made it for lunch — instant hit.
carlyee3
03/19/2024 02:38:12 AM
Great way to use leftover corned beef and cabbage with potatos, cabbage and carrots.
paul
07/23/2023 01:02:59 AM
Another winner Chef John. I was a little reluctant to add salsa but I did and it was delicious 😋
Lacyanne
04/18/2023 02:28:34 PM
This is so good! It is worth taking the time to make corned beef just to make this dish. I made as written and would not change a thing. I was quite skeptical of the salsa but it was a delicious addition. I only wish I had topped with a pinch of cayenne. I can't wait to find corned beef on sale again just to make some more hash. Thanks, Chef John!
elcue
03/26/2023 05:13:18 PM
Salsa in corned beef hash? What a distinctly American melting pot idea! Brilliant! I usually generously season my hash with ketchup. Not so with this recipe. The subtle tang imparted by the salsa is so good. Chef, thanks for yet another winner.
Paul Bell
04/08/2022 06:16:39 PM
Did not come out as I would have liked. Will need to try again
ShinyOkra1261
03/22/2022 11:34:37 AM
Great use of St. Paddy's Day leftovers!