Caffeine Free Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
Mornings just got a whole lot more satisfying with this hearty skillet packed with sweet potatoes, ground pork, and a rainbow of vegetables. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato cubes plays beautifully against the warm, earthy notes of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon, while a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end ties everything together with a bright little kick. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of caffeine, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — just straightforward, wholesome cooking from start to finish. The method is simple but smart: getting those sweet potato cubes golden and caramelized in coconut oil before building the rest of the hash means you get real texture and depth in every bite. Baby spinach wilts right into the skillet at the end, adding color and nutrients without any extra effort. It's the kind of one-pan breakfast that feels indulgent but is actually fueling you with vegetables, protein, and good fats. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a plate that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the hash
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb total), peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sweet potato cubes in a single layer and cook, stirring only every 2–3 minutes, until golden on the edges and just tender when pierced with a fork, about 10–12 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the skillet. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent and the carrots have begun to soften, about 5–6 minutes.
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