I wouldn't call this a recipe as much as I would say that it
is a launch pad for you to make your own creation. I have recently up’d my
intake of Sweet Potatoes…don’t ask. Just know it is a result of regular
unsolicited advice. THANKS MOM! J
Any way with a large bag of organic sweet potatoes on my counter I decided that
I couldn't eat sweet potato fries everyday and had to find a way to get
creative. It was lunch time, I had just
gotten home from the gym and I was starving so it had to be quick! I knew that
I wanted to include my new found friend the poached egg. I decided that I would make a quick hash. The
ingredients seemed unlikely at first but once I tasted it there was no going
back. I started having this hash for lunch daily and then I woke up one morning
and the first thing I thought of was sweet potato hash and how I was going to
wait until afternoon? I couldn't so I made it for breakfast! Seriously, if my
husband liked sweet potatoes I would probably make it for dinner as well. Not
sure why I am stage five obsessed with this little concoction but I am. Its
quick, simple and the flavors and textures just seem to hit the spot. I hope
you agree.
I happen to use what I had on hand that fateful afternoon
which included kale, zucchini, and SWEET POTATOES of course. Now, as I write this I can think of several ways
to make this hash EVEN better and I will give the suggestions at the end. But
remember this is the simplified quick version I am about to give you.
1.
Par cook a sweet potato in the microwave.
Depending on the size the time will vary. Mine took about 2 ½ mins. Let cool a
min and dice it up.
2. Meanwhile coat a small non-stick skillet with
olive oil spray and add a handful of chopped kale along with about 2
tablespoons of water to create steam which will help the kale to wilt. About 4
mins
3.
Chop and add 1 small zucchini to the pan along
with the sweet potato. Saute for another 4 mins or so until zucchini is cooked
but not mushy. You really want it to maintain its crunch. Feel free to add more
spray or a table spoon or so of water to the pan if things are looking dry or
sticking.
4.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and a pinch of
cayenne (helps rev the metabolism) and top with a poached egg.
The whole process start to finish is 10 mins.
I didn't include directions of poaching the egg because this
is not strong suit. It does taste just as good with an egg over easy on top or
you can make it into a scramble.
If you have more time, feel free to add ½ a chopped red
onion and a clove of garlic. I also think that yellow bell pepper would be a
lovely addition to the party. Fresh thyme would work well too. This is the
perfect vegetarian dish but vegan friends can omit the egg and add white beans
to the mix. If you are a true carnivore add some chicken or better yet chicken
sausage.
Basically, look in your fridge and use what you've got. It will probably be delicious.
More sweet potato recipes to follow….I told you I had a big
bag.
Sorry there is no pic but that would have delayed the eating!
Happy Monday
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