Steak & Eggs with Crispy Hash Browns
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 ribeye steak (10–12 oz / 280–340 g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, smashed
- 1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
For the Eggs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Hash Browns
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and shredded
- 1 tbsp melted butter or oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Make the Hash Browns
- Shred the potatoes and place them in cold water for 5 minutes.
- Drain and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
- Toss with salt, pepper, and melted butter.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Press potatoes into the pan and cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Keep warm.
2. Cook the Steak
- Remove steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
- Pat dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet until very hot.
- Add olive oil and sear steak 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Add butter, garlic, and herbs.
- Spoon the melted butter over the steak for 1 minute.
- Rest the steak for 5–10 minutes before serving.
3. Fry the Eggs
- Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Crack in the eggs.
- Cook until whites are set and yolks remain runny, about 2–3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble
- Place the steak on a plate.
- Add crispy hash browns beside it.
- Top with the sunny-side-up eggs.
- Sprinkle with fresh cracked pepper and parsley if desired.
Serving Suggestions
- Hot sauce
- Steak sauce
- Toast or biscuits
- Fresh fruit