Beef Pepper Hash

Recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

For the hash:
1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80–85% lean)
2 Tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
1 red bell pepper, diced (150 g)
1 yellow bell pepper, diced (150 g)
1 small onion, finely diced (80 g)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried oregano
¾ tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper

For the eggs:
4 medium eggs
1 Tbsp butter or olive oil (14 g)
Pinch of salt

Optional, to Garnish
fresh parsley or chives

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for about 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelized.

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook for 6–8 minutes until fully browned.

Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and well combined.

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

In a clean pan, heat a tablespoon of butter or olive oil and fry the eggs sunny side up for 3-4 minutes. 

Transfer the hash to your serving plates, add the eggs, and optionally garnish with fresh herbs. 

Serve hot. 

Nutritional breakdown per serving. Recipe makes 4 servings

495 Calories
32g Protein
39g Fat
2.5g Fiber
7g Total Carbs
4.5g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.