Texas Sweet Potato Hash

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A hearty breakfast dish featuring roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, and a fried egg, seasoned with smoky paprika. This american-inspired vegan (vegetarian) ready in about 70 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, red onion, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.3 (15 ratings) Prep: 35 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, and half the garlic. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced red onion and remaining garlic. Cook for 10-12 minutes until onions are caramelized and golden.
  3. Step 3: Stir roasted sweet potatoes into the skillet, adding thyme and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until well combined.
  4. Step 4: In a non-stick pan, cook eggs over medium heat until desired doneness. Serve 1 fried egg per serving atop the hash.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Texas Sweet Potato Hash take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (35 min prep + 35 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 Texas 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 covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Texas 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 Texas Sweet Potato Hash 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.

Is Texas 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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