Description
To understand this dish, one must appreciate the marriage of its two primary stars. At its heart, a Chorizo and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs is a skillet-based meal where diced potatoes are fried until golden and then tossed with vibrant, spiced chorizo sausage, aromatic vegetables, and finished with eggs cooked to your preference. Unlike a traditional American hash which might use corned beef or leftover roast, the version featuring chorizo introduces a smoky, piquant profile that is distinctly bold.
Ingredients
Hash
12 oz (340 g) potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet), diced small
6–8 oz (170–225 g) chorizo
Fresh Mexican chorizo (casings removed) or
Spanish chorizo, diced
½ onion, diced
1 small bell pepper, diced (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Eggs
2–4 large eggs
Butter or oil for frying
Optional Toppings
Fresh cilantro or parsley
Green onions
Hot sauce
Avocado slices
Instructions
1. Cook the Potatoes
Heat a large skillet (cast iron works best) over medium-high heat.
Add potatoes and a pinch of salt.
Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy.
Add a splash of oil if pan looks dry.
Tip: Don’t stir too often—let them brown.
Remove potatoes from skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the Chorizo
In the same skillet, add chorizo.
Cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and rendered.
If there’s excessive grease, drain off some (leave ~1 tbsp).
3. Build the Hash
Add onion and bell pepper to chorizo.
Cook 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and smoked paprika; cook 30 seconds.
Return potatoes to skillet.
Toss and cook 3–5 minutes until everything is crispy and well combined.
Season with salt and pepper (go easy—chorizo is salty).
4. Fry the Eggs
Heat a separate skillet over medium heat.
Add butter or oil.
Crack in eggs and cook to desired doneness:
Sunny-side up: 2–3 minutes
Over-easy: flip briefly
Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve
Spoon hash onto plates.
Top with fried eggs.
Finish with herbs, avocado, and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
For extra depth and freshness, finish the hash with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or chives and a dash of smoked paprika or chili flakes. Serve with crusty bread or a light green salad to balance the richness, and add a spoonful of salsa or hot sauce if you like a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420 kcal
Keywords: Spicy chorizo breakfast hash, Mexican chorizo and potato skillet, Potato and chorizo hash with eggs, Smoky chorizo potato bake