Celery Free Cilantro-Lime Sweet Potato Egg Hash
Sweet potatoes get the full cast-iron treatment here — crisped in olive oil until golden, then folded together with sautéed onion, red bell pepper, and a warm spice blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Eggs are nestled right into the hash and steamed to your preferred doneness, making this a genuinely satisfying one-pan meal. A bright finish of fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro lifts all those earthy, smoky flavors in the best possible way. The whole thing comes together without a single stalk of celery in sight — no sneaky additions, no "just a little for flavor" moments, just a clean ingredient list you can trust. For anyone navigating a celery sensitivity or allergy, hash recipes can be a quiet minefield since the vegetable often shows up as a filler or flavoring base, but this one builds all its depth from spices and aromatics instead. Optional avocado slices on the side make it feel like a proper weekend brunch without any extra effort. Serve it straight from the skillet and let everyone dig in.
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4 servings
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, plus more to taste
- 4–6 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
For serving
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sweet potato cubes in a single layer, season with ¼ tsp of the salt, and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes, until the undersides are golden and beginning to crisp. Stir and continue cooking for another 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cubes are tender when pierced with a fork and browned on most sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and the onion is translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
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