Vegetarian > Latin American

Chango and Sweet Potato Hash Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb Chango sausage, sliced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced Chango sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes.
5. Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow onion, and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Return the cooked Chango sausage to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 385
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 18g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chango sausage can be substituted with any other type of sausage.
- Sweet potatoes can be substituted with regular potatoes or butternut squash.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted with any other color of bell pepper.
- Yellow onion can be substituted with white or red onion.

Variations:
- Add a fried egg on top of the hash for a breakfast twist.
- Add some diced jalapeno for a spicy kick.
- Use leftover roasted sweet potatoes instead of cooking them from scratch.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to dice the sweet potatoes into small, even pieces for even cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet, as this can prevent the vegetables from browning properly.
- Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir the hash, as metal utensils can scratch the skillet.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the hash in a skillet over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the hash in individual bowls or on a large platter for sharing.

Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of toast or crusty bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Roasted asparagus

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sweet potatoes are taking too long to cook, cover the skillet with a lid to create some steam.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausage to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Chango sausage is a type of Spanish sausage made with pork, paprika, and garlic.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, smoky, slightly sweet

Serving suggestions:
- Serve for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Smoky, Spicy, Sweet