Steak and Eggs with Crispy Breakfast Potatoes

Name: Steak and Eggs with Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large russet potato; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp spice rub of your choice; 1 (10 oz) Wagyu strip steak; 3 large eggs; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; garlic powder, to taste; flaky sea salt, for finishing; 1/4 cup mixed berries, for garnish; 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish; hot sauce, for serving

This steak and eggs breakfast combines a perfectly seared Wagyu strip steak with crispy air-fried potatoes and sunny-side-up eggs cooked in the steak's rendered fat, creating a restaurant-quality meal at home.

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Total

25 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 large russet potato
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp spice rub of your choice
1 (10 oz) Wagyu strip steak
3 large eggs
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
flaky sea salt, for finishingoptional
1/4 cup mixed berries, for garnishoptional
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnishoptional
hot sauce, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Peel the russet potato and dice it into small, even-sized cubes.
2
Place the potato cubes in a mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with your favorite spice rub.
3
Toss the potatoes until they are fully coated in oil and spices.
4
Transfer the potatoes to an air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, you can bake them in an oven.
5
While the potatoes are cooking, heat a skillet over high heat. Place the steak fat-cap down in the hot, lightly oiled pan to render the fat.
6
Once the fat cap is rendered and crispy, flip the steak to sear the other side until a nice crust forms.
7
Tilt the pan and use a spoon to baste the steak with its own rendered fat.
8
Remove the steak from the skillet and place it on a wire rack to rest.
9
Reduce the heat under the skillet to low. Crack the eggs directly into the rendered steak fat.
10
Season the eggs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
11
Once the steak has rested, slice it against the grain into strips.
12
Finish the sliced steak with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
13
Assemble your plate with the crispy potatoes, sliced steak, and fried eggs. Garnish with fresh berries and chopped parsley if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Let the Wagyu steak sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking and pat it completely dry for maximum browning and crust development.
Use the rendered steak fat to cook the eggs—this adds richness and flavor; reserve the fat while the steak rests.
Cut potatoes into uniform 1/4-inch pieces to ensure even crispiness in the air fryer; toss with olive oil and spice rub before cooking.
Rest the steak for 5 minutes after cooking before serving to allow juices to redistribute and keep the meat tender.

Substitutions

Wagyu strip steak → ribeye or NY strip steak (leaner but still flavorful)
Air-fried potatoes → pan-fried in cast iron or roasted in a conventional oven at 425°F for 20–25 minutes
Spice rub → simple salt, pepper, and garlic powder if preferred

Storage & make-ahead

Steak and eggs are best enjoyed fresh; store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat.

Equipment

air fryer · cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan

Common Questions

What temperature should the Wagyu steak be cooked to?

Cook the Wagyu strip steak to medium-rare (130–135°F internal temperature) to preserve tenderness and flavor; Wagyu's high fat content makes it forgiving at this doneness.

Can I use a regular potato instead of russet?

Russet potatoes are ideal for crispiness due to their starch content, but Yukon Gold works as a second choice; avoid waxy potatoes like red potatoes as they won't crisp as well.

How do I get the eggs extra crispy on the edges?

Cook the sunny-side-up eggs in the hot rendered steak fat over medium-high heat; the fat should be shimmering when you add the eggs to crisp the whites and edges.

Can I prep the potatoes ahead of time?

Yes; cut and soak the potatoes in cold water for up to 2 hours before cooking to remove excess starch, then pat dry thoroughly before air-frying.

How long does this meal take to cook from start to finish?

Approximately 25–30 minutes: about 15 minutes for the air-fried potatoes, 8–10 minutes for the steak (including resting), and 3–5 minutes for the eggs.