Vegan Corned Beef Hash

The classic Vegan Corned Beef Hash is an easy breakfast meal made with onions, potatoes, and vegetarian meat that’s flavored like traditional Filipino corned beef!

If you love beef recipes like this, my amazing Vegan Mongolian Beef, Vegan Bistek and Vegan Bopis would be great for a try!

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• What is Vegan Corned Beef Hash?
• Health Benefits of Potatoes
• Variations
• Substitutions
• Storage
• Ingredients
• Vegan Corned Beef Hash

What is Vegan Corned Beef Hash?

The origins of easy Vegan Corned Beef Hash trace back to the 14th century when "hash" (from the French word hacher, meaning "to chop") became a way to use leftover meats, vegetable broth and potatoes.

However, corn beef hash as a staple gained popularity in the United States during and after World War II due to its affordability and long shelf life in grocery stores, often made with canned corned beef.

In the vegan adaptation, the history of Corned Beef Hash intersects with the rise of meat alternative or plant-based cooking in the 20th and 21st centuries. As more people embraced vegetarianism and veganism for ethical, environmental, and health reasons, plant-based versions of comfort foods, including Corned Beef Hash, became popular.

Health Benefits of Potatoes

• Nutrient-Rich – High in vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber
• Energy Source – Packed with carbohydrates for sustained energy
• Heart Health – Low in sodium, rich in potassium, and contains antioxidants
• Gut Health – Contains resistant starch for feeding good gut bacteria
• Gluten-Free – Safe for gluten intolerance or celiac disease
• Weight Management – Filling, low in calories (when boiled or baked)
• Affordable & Versatile – Easy to include in a balanced diet

Variations

• Jackfruit Hash - Use young green jackfruit for a stringy, meaty texture. Simmer jackfruit with the seasonings before adding to the skillet for extra flavor.
• Leafy Greens Hash - Toss in a handful of spinach, kale, or Swiss chard during the last few minutes of cooking for added color and nutrition.
• Asian-Inspired Hash - Replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, and add sesame oil, ginger, and scallions for a unique flavor profile.
• Cheesy Hash - Sprinkle vegan cheddar or mozzarella shreds over the hash and let it melt before serving.

Substitutions

• Oil - use vegan butter, coconut oil, or avocado oil.
• Spiced Vegetarian Ground Meat - vegan meat substitute with crumbled tempeh, jackfruit, tofu, or lentils seasoned with similar spices.
• Alura Red / Annatto Powder - Use paprika or turmeric for color.
• Coriander Powder - use ground cumin instead of coriander seeds.
• Mexican Saffron Spice - replace with turmeric or omit if unavailable.

Storage

• Fridge - Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheating - Reheat in a medium-sized pot over medium heat until warmed through for best texture. Alternatively, use a microwave for convenience.
• Freshness Check - Ensure no off-smells or discoloration before consuming, especially if stored for several days.

Ingredients

Listed below are all the ingredients you will need (omitting quantities):

• oil
• garlic
• white onion
• vegetarian ground meat
• Alura red or 1 tablespoon Annatto powder
• coriander powder
• cinnamon
• Mexican Saffron spice
• pepper
• salt
• potatoes

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

In a pan over medium high heat, preheat oil and add garlic, onions and sauté until translucent.

Add vegetarian ground meat and potatoes, and mix until combined. Then spread them out evenly over the pan and cover with a lid until potatoes are soft when pricked using a fork.

Mix thoroughly.

Add salt.

Then add the coriander powder.

Then add pepper.

Then, the cinnamon powder.

Next, add Allura red or annatto powder and saffron spice.

Mix thoroughly until all the spices are well incorporated.

Best served with steamed rice!

Hint: if you are a cheese lover, complete your delicious experience by grating some vegan cheese on top of the vegan corned beef hash before serving!

⭐ Top Tip

If you are avoiding salt, you can use mushroom seasoning. You can find this at your local Asian market or Trader Joes.

If there is too much sticking, you can add a little more oil to the pan. You can add sliced cabbage leaves, kidney beans, carrots, tomato and other veggies to this dish for added texture and freshness.

Some love vegan corned beef hash with coconut milk so feel free to add even just half a cup of creamy, coconut milk and simmer until it leaves a thick, creamy sauce.

FAQ

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More Filipino Breakfast Recipes:

• Vegan Congee
• Filipino Hot Chocolate
• Vegan Tocino
• Champorado
• Papaya Banana Smoothie

Non-Filipino Breakfast Recipes

• 5 Ingredient Banana Pancakes
• French Breakfast Bread
• Blueberry Scone Recipes

Storytelling Time!

Whenever my grandparents took care of us, corned beef (meat version) was one of the dishes they cooked for us as children. My parents didn't like us eating it(because it's very unhealthy), but we loved it!  I always ate it with rice and ketchup and to this day, I actually miss eating it.

I'm not sure if it's the memories of eating corned beef with my grandparents or it was just THAT good. So when I become plant-based, this dish was one of the dishes I missed.

This vegan corned beef hash comes pretty close to the real thing!