Classic Red Flannel Hash
A traditional New England Classic Red Flannel Hash made with corned beef, potatoes, beets, onions, and butter, cooked until crisp, hearty, and richly flavorful.
4 Servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 2 cups cooked corned beef chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cooked beets chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cooked potatoes chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional; use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce if needed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Cook the Onions
- Heat the butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat, preferably in a cast-iron skillet for optimal browning. Add the chopped onions and cook for approximately 2 minutes, or until the onions turn translucent and soften.
Add the Corned Beef, Potatoes, and Beets
- Add the chopped corned beef, cooked potatoes, and cooked beets to the pan. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Spread the mixture evenly across the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Press the mixture firmly down using a metal spatula to promote uniform browning.
Brown the Mixture
- Allow the hash to cook undisturbed until the bottom layer becomes well browned. Once browned, use a metal spatula to lift and turn sections of the mixture to brown the other side. If any areas begin to stick, add a small amount of butter to the pan to assist with browning and prevent tearing.
Season and Finish
- When the hash is fully browned, remove the pan from the heat. Add Worcestershire sauce if desired. Stir in fresh parsley, if using, and season with freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust salt if necessary, although the corned beef typically provides sufficient salinity.
Serve
- Serve the hash immediately, either plain or topped with a fried or poached egg.
Notes
This recipe can be prepared gluten-free with one adjustment:
- Use certified gluten-free Worcestershire sauce if you choose to include it.
All other ingredients in Classic Red Flannel Hash are naturally gluten-free. Serve with gluten-free toast or eggs for a fully gluten-free meal.