Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Hash is a flavorful, nutritious dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty breakfast. Featuring lean ground turkey and tender chunks of sweet potato cooked with aromatic spices and sautéed onions and garlic, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines savory and sweet flavors for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Turkey and Seasonings
- 1 lbs. lean ground turkey (93/7)
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- 1 Tbsp. water (for seasoning mixture)
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 large sweet potatoes (630g / 1 lbs. 6 oz.), chopped with skin on
- 1/2 large yellow onion (150g), diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Other Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/4 cup water (for cooking sweet potatoes)
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then chop into bite-sized pieces with the skin on. Aim for roughly 1/2″ rounds cut into about 8 pieces each, adjusting size based on potato shape and size for consistent cooking.
- Cook Aromatics: Finely dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, cooking until fragrant and soft, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Add the chopped sweet potatoes to the pan with garlic and onion. Pour in 1/4 cup water, season with salt and pepper, then stir well. Cover and simmer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and promote caramelized flavor, until the potatoes are tender.
- Cook Turkey: In a separate pan over medium heat, cook the lean ground turkey thoroughly until no longer pink. In a small bowl, combine cinnamon, smoked paprika, salt, nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon of water to form a seasoning paste. Add this mixture to the cooked turkey and stir well to evenly coat the meat with spices.
- Combine and Serve: Add the seasoned turkey to the skillet with sweet potatoes and onions. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine flavors. Serve hot as a standalone dish, with eggs, or alongside a fresh salad.
Notes
- Ready in under 30 minutes, ideal for quick weeknight dinners or hearty breakfasts.
- Dairy-free and gluten-free, suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Can be paired deliciously with eggs or used as a salad topping.
- Adjust spice levels to taste for milder or bolder flavors.
- Keeping sweet potato skin on adds extra fiber and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 160 g
- Calories: 254 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 437 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
