Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 eggs
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and lightly browned.
3. Add diced red bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
4. Add smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Create four wells in the sweet potato mixture and crack an egg into each well.
6. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 235
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 8g
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 200mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes or butternut squash.
- You can use green bell pepper instead of red bell pepper.
- You can use any type of onion you prefer.
Variations:
- Add cooked bacon or sausage to the sweet potato hash for extra flavor.
- Top the sweet potato hash with avocado slices or a dollop of sour cream.
- Add some heat by adding a diced jalapeno pepper to the skillet.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to dice the sweet potatoes into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Covering the skillet while cooking the eggs will help them cook faster and more evenly.
- If you prefer your eggs runny, cook them for less time.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover sweet potato hash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sweet potato hash in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sweet potato hash in individual bowls or on a large platter for sharing.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of toast or a green salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Toast
- Green salad
- Fruit salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sweet potatoes are taking too long to cook, cover the skillet to help them cook faster.
- If the eggs are not cooking evenly, move them around with a spatula to distribute the heat.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the eggs until they are fully cooked to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.
- Store any leftover sweet potato hash in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
Sweet potato hash is a popular breakfast dish in the southern United States.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, smoky, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot for breakfast or brunch.
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