Description
This Quick Sweet Potato Brussels Sprout Hash is a flavorful and hearty one-pan dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. It combines tender sweet potatoes and caramelized Brussels sprouts with optional proteins like bacon, turkey sausage, tofu, and eggs, all seasoned with smoked paprika and savory herbs. Ready in just 35 minutes, this skillet hash is a delicious way to enjoy a nutritious meal packed with vegetables and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, diced (about 1 large sweet potato)
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1/2 cup diced onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
Seasonings & Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Proteins
- 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 pound turkey sausage or breakfast sausage (optional)
- 1 cup tofu cubes (optional)
- 2-4 eggs for serving (optional)
Garnishes
- Fresh herbs (parsley or chives)
- Avocado slices
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Cut the sweet potatoes into small, even cubes. Trim the Brussels sprouts and slice them in half. Dice the onions and bell peppers if you are using them.
- Heat the Skillet: Warm the olive oil or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. A cast iron skillet is recommended for achieving extra crispiness.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes to the heated skillet. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and develop some color.
- Add Brussels Sprouts and Seasonings: Add the halved Brussels sprouts, chopped onion, and bell pepper if using. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to coat all the pieces with the seasonings.
- Crisp and Cook Through: Continue cooking for another 10 to 12 minutes, allowing the vegetables to caramelize and crisp up. Avoid overcrowding the pan, and let the vegetables sit between stirs to develop crisp edges and deeper flavor.
- Add Optional Proteins: If you are using bacon or sausage, stir them into the hash during the last 5 minutes of cooking to warm through and combine flavors.
- Add Eggs (Optional): If adding eggs, create small wells in the hash and crack the eggs into these spaces. Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs reach your preferred level of doneness.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the hash with fresh parsley or chives, avocado slices, and a drizzle of hot sauce. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a cast iron skillet and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Customize the protein by using bacon, turkey sausage, tofu, or eggs according to your preference.
- You can make the dish vegan by omitting bacon and eggs, and using tofu as the protein.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet for best texture.
- Adjust spices and seasoning to taste; smoked paprika adds a nice smoky depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
