Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash
A colorful, one-pan breakfast featuring roasted sweet potatoes with warming spices and a perfect fried egg crown. This american-inspired breakfast (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes combines medium peeled and diced sweet potatoes, olive oil, smoked paprika into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium peeled and diced sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 medium diced peeled sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway, until tender and golden at the edges.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
- Step 4: Push onions to one side of the skillet, crack 2 large eggs into the center, and cook sunny-side up for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks are still runny.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Budget Blinds' Spiced Sweet Potato Hash vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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Perfect breakfast recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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My whole family loved this.