Sweet Potato Bacon Hash is a simple, flavorful side that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With sweet potato, bacon, and Brussels sprouts, it’s hearty, colorful, and quick to prepare.
I often make hash as a main course by adding a protein and extra vegetables, and I usually top it with an egg. For this recipe, though, the hash is intended as a side — sweet and savory with a satisfying balance from the bacon and herbs.
The natural sweetness of the sweet potato pairs nicely with salty bacon, while halved Brussels sprouts add texture and a green element. Dried rosemary and thyme bring a savory depth that complements the other ingredients.
For bacon I prefer a leaner turkey bacon, which reduces fat while still delivering great flavor. Use the bacon you like best; the recipe adapts easily to different varieties.
If you enjoy sweet potato recipes, you might also like other preparations such as sheet pan sweet potato hash with eggs, cinnamon pecan sweet potato rounds, or sweet potato casserole with a pecan crumble.
Sweet Potato Bacon Hash
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp cooking fat of choice, I use extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil.
- 1 sweet potato, about 2 cups, diced
- 3 strips of bacon, diced (turkey or pork bacon both work)
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
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Heat 2 tablespoons of your chosen cooking fat in a cast iron skillet or a nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat.
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Add the diced sweet potato, diced bacon, and halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, dried rosemary, and dried thyme, then stir to combine.
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Sauté on medium-high, stirring occasionally, until the edges of the potatoes brown, about 5 minutes.
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When the potatoes and Brussels sprouts have some color, cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Cook 5 to 10 minutes more, until tender.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, optionally topped with a fried or poached egg.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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