Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or cast iron skillet over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add in the ground beef and diced onions.  Sauté in the beef and break it up until the beef is browned and the onions are soft.

Step 3

Add in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until the garlic is aromatic.

Step 4

Stir in the diced hash brown potatoes, salt pepper and water.  Bring the mixture to a low boil.  Reduce the heat to medium, cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until the hashbrowns start to get soft.

Step 5

Uncover and continue to cook over medium high heat for 10-12 more minutes until the water cooks off and the hashbrowns are browned.  Toss occasionally to prevent the mixture from burning.

Step 6

Remove from heat, serve warm and enjoy!