Potato & Ham Hash: Three Ways
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Ham hash is made in just 30 minutes for an easy breakfast anytime! With just a few different ingredients, you can transform this recipe three ways, into an Italian, Mexican or Greek hash.
Ham hash is something my Dad used to make me for breakfast growing up. Diced potatoes, onions and ham, with a little cheese sprinkled on top at the end. It was simple and my absolute favorite as a kid! As an adult, I decided to kick up my ham hash a bit, adding a few different ingredients to make three different varieties.
First up is the Italian Ham Hash which features basil pesto, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. It’s like taking your favorite pasta dish and making it into your new favorite breakfast potato dish!
Next up is the Mexican Ham Hash featuring jalapenos, a dash of chili powder, pepper jack cheese and fresh avocado. This one is a personal favorite as I love the Mexican flavors and I can never say no to a breakfast topped with avocado!
Finally, the Greek Ham Hash featuring mushrooms, oregano, sun dried tomatoes and feta cheese. This dish will make you feel like you’re having breakfast in the Mediterranean! The creamy feta on top is my favorite addition to this easy ham hash recipe!
The best thing about all of these ham hash recipes is that they’re made in just 30 minutes! That means, no matter whether it’s a Monday morning at 7 AM or Saturday morning at 10 AM, you’ll have time to whip up these great recipes for your family! And it’s a perfect way to use up leftover homemade honey baked ham after the holidays!
How to Make Ham Hash
This easy ham hash recipe is made by adding diced potatoes, onions and garlic to a large skillet over medium high heat and cooking for 20 minutes. Next, add diced ham and depending on the type of hash, Italian, Mexican or Greek, add the additional ingredients of your choice. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, top with cheese and serve!
Ham Hash: Three Ways
Ingredients
Ham Hash
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, small dice
- 1 cup diced onion
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ pound ham, diced
Italian
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- ¼ cup fresh tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
Mexican
- 1 jalapeno, diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Greek
- 1 cup baby bella mushrooms, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Ham Hash
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is heated, add the potatoes, onion, and garlic.
- Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the hash and cook for 20 minutes, stirring every 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ham and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
For the Italian version:
- Add the pesto and tomatoes with the ham.
- Cook for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese, cover and let melt for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and top with the fresh basil.
- Optionally top with pesto eggs.
For the Mexican version:
- Add the jalapenos at the same time as the potatoes, onion and garlic.
- After adding the ham and cooking for 5 minutes, sprinkle the pepper jack cheese on top, cover and let melt for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and top with the avocado and fresh cilantro.
For the Greek version:
- Add the mushrooms at the same time as the potatoes, onion and garlic.
- Add the sun dried tomatoes with the ham.
- Cook for 5 minutes, remove from the heat, sprinkle with the feta cheese and fresh parsley.
Notes
- The nutritional information provided is for the Italian version of the ham hash.
Nutrition Facts
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