Cauliflower Ground Beef Hash (Print Version)

Hearty skillet hash with cauliflower and seasoned ground beef, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into small florets
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

→ Meats

06 - 1 lb lean ground beef

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Oils

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Optional Additions

13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
14 - 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

# How-To:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed and transfer beef to a plate.
02 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add onion and bell pepper, sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add cauliflower florets to the skillet and season with paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 7–9 minutes until the cauliflower is just tender and lightly golden.
04 - Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients and cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hash, cover, and let sit for 2 minutes until melted. Skip this step for dairy-free version.
06 - Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and green onions if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything happens in one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The cauliflower gets these gorgeous golden edges that make you forget youre eating vegetables
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd the pan or the cauliflower will steam instead of getting those delicious golden spots
  • The beef needs a serious sear for the best flavor, so resist the urge to stir it constantly
03 -
  • Cut your cauliflower into uniformly sized pieces so everything cooks at the same rate
  • Let your pan get properly hot before adding ingredients to achieve the best browning

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