Easy Beef and Veggie Loaded Skillet Hash (Under $3 a Serve)

Ingredients

• •500g beef mince
• •3 medium potatoes, diced into 1cm cubes
• •1 brown onion, diced
• •200g frozen peas
• •1 tsp smoked paprika
• •1 tsp dried oregano
• •250ml beef stock
• •1 tbsp tomato paste
• •Fresh parsley for garnish

Method

1. 1Place the diced potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water.
2. 2Microwave on high for 5-6 minutes until just tender to speed up cooking.
3. 3Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
4. 4Add the beef mince and cook until browned, using a spoon to break up large chunks.
5. 5Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
6. 6Stir in the paprika, oregano, and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute to release the aromas.
7. 7Add the pre-cooked potatoes to the skillet.
8. 8Pour in the beef stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
9. 9Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the liquid has reduced into a thick sauce.
10. 10Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes until bright green.
11. 11If the skillet looks dry before potatoes are cooked, add another small splash of stock.
12. 12Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
13. 13Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.