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Spicy Potato and Onion Hash

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

Quick spicy potato and onion hash—crispy potatoes, sautéed onions and chili. Ready in 35 minutes; simple breakfast or side.

Why this recipe works

This Spicy Potato and Onion Hash is a quick, savory skillet dish of crispy diced potatoes, sweet onion, and a hit of red chili. It suits cooks who want an easy breakfast or a simple side using pantry ingredients. Ready in about 35 minutes with minimal equipment, it’s forgiving and easy to scale for more servings.

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Key takeaways

Dice potatoes small for even cooking and crispness.
Start potatoes alone to build a golden crust.
Adjust chili and seasoning to taste.

Recipe guide

This Spicy Potato and Onion Hash is a quick, savory skillet dish of crispy diced potatoes, sweet onion, and a hit of red chili. It suits cooks who want an easy breakfast or a simple side using pantry ingredients. Ready in about 35 minutes with minimal equipment, it’s forgiving and easy to scale for more servings.

A fast, crispy hash you can make with pantry basics.

  • Dice potatoes small for even cooking and crispness.
  • Start potatoes alone to build a golden crust.
  • Adjust chili and seasoning to taste.

Prep (15 min)

Prep: Peel (optional) and cut 600 g potatoes into small dice (~1 cm). Finely slice 1 medium onion and thinly slice 1 red chili, keeping seeds if you want more heat. Pat potatoes dry.

Cook (20 min)

Cook: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add potatoes in a single layer, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook without stirring for 5–6 minutes to brown, then stir and add onions and chili. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and golden (about 12–14 more minutes).

Finish & Serve

Finish and serve: Taste and adjust salt/pepper. For extra crispness cook a minute longer on high. Serve hot as a side, breakfast hash with eggs, or with a green salad.

Ingredients

  • 600 g potato
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 red chili
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

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FAQs

How can I make the potatoes cook faster and stay crisp? Finely dice the potato for quicker, crispier results; parboil for 5 minutes to shorten frying time and soften centers.
Can I change the spice level or swap ingredients? Adjust chili to taste or remove seeds for less heat; swap olive oil for butter for a richer flavor.
How long does leftover hash keep and how should I reheat it? Store cooled hash in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat to restore crispness.