Sweet Potato Black Bean Hash (Printable)

A vibrant skillet combining roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and eggs for a filling start.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.1 lb)
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

→ 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 red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and optional chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add black beans and remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently to warm through and combine flavors.
05 - Create four small wells in the hash. Crack one egg into each well. 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 fresh cilantro and additional black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Hearty and filling
  • Perfect for vegetarian and gluten-free diets
02 -
  • Always check canned bean labels for potential cross-contamination if gluten-sensitive
  • This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free but contains eggs
03 -
  • Dice sweet potatoes evenly for quicker cooking
  • Covering the skillet helps eggs cook gently without overcooking yolks
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