How to Make the Perfect Sweet Potato and Kale Hash
American · Easy · 30 min · 3 servings
This hearty breakfast hash combines caramelized sweet potatoes with tender kale and crispy bacon for a filling morning meal. It is a nutrient dense paleo recipe that is completely grain free and dairy free while still being incredibly satisfying.
Why this recipe works
This Sweet Potato and Kale Hash recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 290 calories with 9g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 3 cups chopped kale leaves
- 4 strips bacon chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook the Bacon
In a large cast iron skillet cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
Step 2: Saute the Sweet Potatoes
Add diced sweet potatoes to the bacon fat in the skillet and cook over medium high heat for 10 minutes stirring occasionally until they are tender and caramelized on the edges.
Step 3: Add Aromatics and Kale
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes. Then add the kale and smoked paprika stirring until the kale wilts and becomes tender about 3 more minutes.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with sea salt and black pepper and serve hot straight from the pan for the best texture.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sweet potatoes → butternut squash for a lower glycemic option
- bacon → turkey bacon or diced uncured ham
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overcrowding the pan with sweet potatoes which causes them to steam instead of caramelize
- Adding kale too early in the cooking process which results in overly wilted and mushy greens
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 290 calories, 9g protein, 32g carbs, 15g fat, 5g fiber.
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