Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork

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A hearty skillet hash combining diced potatoes, spicy jalapeños, and tender pulled pork, perfect for breakfast or brunch. This bbq & smoked-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs pulled pork, seeded and diced jalapeños, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 BBQ & Smoked cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 diced medium potatoes and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp on the edges.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 diced seeded jalapeños to the potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1.5 cups pulled pork, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes until pork is heated through and spices coat the mixture.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pulled pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork?

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 Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Spiced Potato and Jalapeño Hash with Pulled Pork?

BBQ & Smoked pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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