Introduction
Few breakfasts say 'cowboy luxury' like Reno-Style Steak and Eggs grilled entirely over fire. The Arteflame Grill makes this easy with its 1,000°F center grill grate for steakhouse-quality sears, plus the griddle flat top for cooking everything else to juicy perfection. Whether you're feeding a group during a weekend brunch or cooking up a hearty start to your Nevada day, this one-pan wonder gives you that iconic flavor only open-fire grilling can offer. With crispy hashbrowns sizzling beside the steak and eggs all at once, you’re mastering breakfast the Arteflame way.
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye or New York strip steaks (1–1.5 inches thick)
- 4 eggs
- 2 medium russet potatoes, shredded
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- Chopped chives (garnish, optional)
- Vegetable oil (for lighting grill)
- 3 paper napkins (for lighting grill)
- Firewood logs
Instructions
Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame Grill
- Place 3 paper napkins in the center of your Arteflame Grill.
- Pour vegetable oil over the napkins to soak them evenly.
- Stack firewood logs over the napkins in a teepee structure.
- Light the napkins with a match or lighter.
- Wait about 20 minutes for the center grill grate to reach searing temperature of 1,000°F and the flat cooktop to heat evenly for all-around cooking.
Step 2: Sear the Steaks
- Season steaks generously with salt and cracked black pepper on both sides.
- When the center grate is blazing hot, place steaks directly onto the middle grill grate to sear, about 90 seconds per side.
- Once a crust develops, move steaks to the flat cooktop nearer the outer edge to cook to desired doneness using reverse sear method.
- Use a meat thermometer and remove steaks at 15°F below your target internal temperature as the meat continues cooking after removing from the grill.
Step 3: Prepare the Hash Browns
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Shred the potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture using a towel.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter near center of flat cooktop.
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Spread the potatoes out in a pancake form over the butter. Let sizzle undisturbed for 5–7 minutes until golden-brown.
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Flip and cook the second side for another 5 minutes or until both sides are crispy and cooked through.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Cook the Eggs
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Melt remaining butter on a medium-heat area of the flat griddle.
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Crack eggs onto the buttered surface, careful not to break the yolks.
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Cook sunny-side up until whites are just set, or flip gently for over-easy.
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Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired.
Step 5: Assembly & Serve
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Plate a portion of crispy hash browns, one steak, and two eggs per plate.
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Garnish with chopped chives if using.
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Serve immediately while everything is hot and fresh off the grill.
Tips
- Make sure to sear the steak over the center grate to lock in the juices, then use the outer flat cooktop to bring it to temperature gradually.
- Use a digital meat thermometer – pull steak at 125°F for medium rare (target temperature 140°F).
- Butter adds flavor and helps prevent sticking on the cooktop – use it generously.
- For crispier hash browns, avoid crowding and resist flipping too early.
- Crack eggs close to the cooktop to avoid yolk breakage.
Variations
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Southwest Style: Season steak with chili powder and cumin, top eggs with sliced jalapeños, and mix bell peppers with hash browns.
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Bacon Lover’s: Add strips of bacon on the flat top next to the hash browns for a smoky crunch in every bite.
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Steakhouse Mushroom: Grill sliced mushrooms in butter with a splash of Worcestershire sauce to top the steak.
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California Fresh: Top steak with avocado slices and grill cherry tomatoes beside your eggs and potatoes.
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Herb & Garlic: Rub steak with crushed garlic and fresh rosemary before searing for an aromatic twist.
Best pairings
- Freshly brewed black coffee or espresso
- Crisp Nevada pale ale or a spicy Bloody Mary
- Grapefruit juice or mimosa for brunch
- Grilled toast with compound butter
- Charred tomatoes or sautéed spinach on the flat top
Conclusion
Cooking Reno-Style Steak and Eggs with crispy hash browns on the Arteflame Grill captures the essence of Nevada mornings — bold, satisfying, and kissed by fire. Whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or brinner, this classic dish delivers a perfectly grilled comfort food experience that’s hard to beat.