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Steak and eggs with mashed potatoes

Steak and eggs with mashed potatoes is a family dish made of a beef patty, a fried egg, and homemade mashed potatoes, for 4 people, in 40 minutes, at a very easy level, for about €2.40 per serving. The key to success is mashing the potatoes with a potato masher so they stay smooth, and keeping the egg yolk runny.

Tonight, a classic that always hits the spot, a steak topped with a fried egg, served with smooth homemade mashed potatoes.

Steak and eggs with mashed potatoes
Total time
40 min
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€2.40
Calories per person
620 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
The kids
They generally like it

This is the kind of dish that doesn't ask for much thought, a beef patty seared in the pan, a fried egg on top, and smooth homemade mashed potatoes on the side. The yolk mixes into the meat and potatoes from the first bite, simple and it works every time. The mash stays soft thanks to butter and warm milk stirred in while the potatoes are still warm.

It's a weeknight dish through and through, quick to put together, with ingredients you almost always have on hand. Kids love breaking the yolk with their fork, and adults get a familiar dish without any fuss. Mon Chou suggests it for evenings when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen.

The ingredients

4 people

Fruits and vegetables

  • Mashing potatoes 1 kg

Butcher

  • Beef patties 4

Dairy

  • Eggs 4
  • Milk 15 cl
  • Butter 60 g

Pantry

  • Nutmegoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Sunflower oiloften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Lactose, Eggs

The step by step recipe

  1. Peel the potatoes, cut them into chunks, and cook them in salted cold water. 20 min

    Start with cold water, it cooks the potatoes evenly.

  2. Drain them, mash with a potato masher, and stir in the butter, warm milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

    Put them back in the hot pot for two minutes before mashing, they dry out and the mash becomes denser.

  3. Take the patties out of the fridge twenty minutes beforehand, then sear them in a very hot pan with oil. 8 min

    Salt at the end of cooking, salt draws out the juices.

  4. Keep the patties warm, wipe out the pan, and fry the eggs over low heat. 4 min

    Crack each egg into a cup before sliding it in, the yolks stay whole.

  5. Plate a patty on each plate, top with the egg, and serve with the mashed potatoes.

    Season the yolk with pepper, it's the best part.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick a starchy potato variety like russet, it gives a lighter, smoother mash.
  • Warm the milk before adding it, cold milk makes the mash turn grainy.
  • Use two pans or fry the eggs right after the steaks while they're still warm, so everything hits the table at the right temperature.

The variations

  • Swap the beef patty for a veal or turkey patty for a different flavor while keeping the same method.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the patty with a legume patty and keep the egg and mashed potatoes.
  • For kids in a hurry, mash the potatoes with a bit more milk to make them creamier and easier to eat.

What to serve it with

  • A simple green salad
  • Pickles or green beans
  • A glass of sparkling water

Storage

Cooked mash and patties keep for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container. The mash freezes well, but the fried egg doesn't freeze and should always be cooked fresh. Reheat the mash and patties in a pan or microwave, then fry a fresh egg.

Questions about this dish

Can you make the mashed potatoes ahead of time?

Yes, you can make it a few hours ahead and reheat it gently with a splash of milk. Avoid leaving it at room temperature for too long.

How do you keep the egg yolk runny?

Cook the egg over low heat and watch the white, once it's set the egg is ready. The yolk stays runny as long as you don't overcook it.

Can you use a different type of meat instead of beef?

Yes, a veal or turkey patty works well with the same cooking method. Just adjust the cooking time based on thickness.

Why does mashed potato turn gluey?

This usually happens when you use a blender, which releases too much starch from the potatoes. A potato masher avoids this and keeps the texture soft.

How long does it take to make a steak and eggs with homemade mashed potatoes?

Count 40 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “very easy”.

How many calories are in a steak and eggs with homemade mashed potatoes?

About 620 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a steak and eggs with homemade mashed potatoes cost?

About €2.40 per serving, or €9.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose, eggs. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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