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Sweet Potato Hash with Eggs, Bell Peppers, and Optional Avocado Recipe

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This Sweet Potato Hash is a vibrant and hearty breakfast or brunch dish featuring tender, cubed sweet potatoes sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, combined with savory cooked meat and topped with fried eggs. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a nutritious boost from fresh avocado and cilantro optional toppings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 sweet potatoes (about 1 pound total), peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, thinly sliced (optional)

Protein and Oil

  • 1 to 2 cups cooked meat (crumbled sausage, shredded chicken, or carnitas)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 large eggs, fried

Seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into ¾-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
  2. Sauté the vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed sweet potatoes, sliced red and green bell peppers, and sliced yellow onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Add cooked meat and season: Stir in the cooked meat of your choice (sausage, shredded chicken, or carnitas), and season the hash with ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste. Cook for another 3-5 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
  4. Fry the eggs: In a separate pan, fry the 2 large eggs to your preference, typically sunny side up or over easy to keep the yolk runny, which adds richness to the dish.
  5. Assemble and serve: Divide the sweet potato hash onto plates. Top each serving with a fried egg and the optional sliced avocado. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired for a bright, fresh note. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes but the dish will lose some sweetness and nutritional benefits.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the cooked meat and add extra vegetables or plant-based sausage.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste; other spices like smoked paprika or cumin can enhance flavor.
  • The hash can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently on the stove.
  • Replace eggs with tofu scramble for a vegan alternative.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/sweet-potato-hash-with-eggs-bell-peppers-and-optional-avocado-recipe/