Sweet Potato Black Bean Hash (Printable)

A vibrant skillet dish combining roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and eggs for a hearty breakfast.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (approx. 17.6 oz)
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Beans

06 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Eggs

07 - 4 large eggs

→ Spices & Seasoning

08 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Oils & Others

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Cooking steps:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
02 - Add diced red onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add black beans and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently to warm through.
05 - Create four small wells in the hash and crack one egg into each. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until eggs reach desired doneness.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro and additional black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • A vibrant vegetarian breakfast that keeps you full
  • Easy to make in one skillet and ready in under an hour
02 -
  • This recipe is vegetarian and gluten–free; always check canned bean labels for traces of gluten.
  • For a vegan version, omit eggs and add sautéed mushrooms or cubes of tofu.
03 -
  • Prep the veggies ahead to save time on busy mornings.
  • Swap black beans for kidney beans for a twist, or add extra spice if you want more heat.
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