Filipino corned beef hash

Filipino Corned Beef Hash

Canned or cooked corned beef is shredded and sautéed with onions, garlic, and sometimes diced potatoes until browned and slightly crisp. The mixture develops a savory, salty flavor with caramelized notes from the onions and beef. Traditional Filipino seasonings such as black pepper and occasionally soy sauce enhance the richness while balancing the meatiness.

During cooking, the ingredients meld together while the edges crisp, creating a combination of textures—soft interior with lightly browned exterior bits. The hash is served hot, often with eggs or rice, highlighting a comforting, flavorful breakfast or meal. The preparation emphasizes quick sautéing to develop flavor and texture.

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Prep Time: 13 minutes
Cook Time: 27 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Breakfast
Asian
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. can of corned beef, Ox and Palm brand
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium potato, diced
  • 2-3 roma tomatoes, peeled & diced or ½ can of diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions 

Prep

  • Dice the potato in to ¼ to ½ inch pieces.
  • Add 1 Tbsp. olive oil to a sauce pan.
  • Add diced potatoes and ¼ cup of water to the sauce pan.
  • Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Cook

  • Add 1 Tbsp. of olive oil to a hot pan.
  • Sauté diced onions in the oil for 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for another 5 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
  • Add the corned beef to the pan and mix.
  • Add 1 Tbsp. of lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add diced potatoes to the pan mix.
  • Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • Serve over jasmine rice and top with a fried egg.