Chef John’s Hamburger Hash
Chef John makes a crusty hash using ground beef.
He uses potatoes, onions, mushrooms, and peppers to make it.
The hash is cooked in a skillet until it's crispy.
It's a simple dish made with common ingredients.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 27, 2026Share
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Chef John makes a crusty hash using ground beef.
He uses potatoes, onions, mushrooms, and peppers to make it.
The hash is cooked in a skillet until it's crispy.
It's a simple dish made with common ingredients.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 13
2 large russet potatoes, peeled
1 tablespoon salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef
salt to taste
0.75 cup diced yellow onions
0.75 cup diced button mushrooms
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch dried rosemary
0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
0.5 cup diced poblano pepper
0.5 cup thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
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1
Cut a 1/4-inch slice off the bottom of each potato so it sits flat. Cut the potatoes into small pieces and put them in cold water.
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2
Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add ground beef and cook until crumbly, about 5 minutes.
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3
Drain potatoes and add to the beef. Reduce heat to medium-high and cook until potatoes start to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Press the mixture against the bottom of the pan.
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4
Stir in onions and mushrooms and add salt. Cook until onions and mushrooms have softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with black pepper, cayenne, and rosemary.
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Add bell pepper and poblano pepper. Cook until peppers are tender and the mixture is crispy, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in green onions and cook for a few more minutes. Remove from heat and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 501 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 28g
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Saturated Fat 10g
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Cholesterol 77mg
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Sodium 102mg
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Total Carbohydrate 40g
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Dietary Fiber 4g
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Protein 24g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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