Tex-Mex Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Beef
A vibrant and flavorful Tex-Mex Sweet Potato Hash with ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin olive oil; can substitute with avocado oil.
- 1 cup onion, diced Sweet onions preferred; yellow or red are also good.
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced Choose any color (red, yellow, green).
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20 preferred for flavor; can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 2 large sweet potatoes, diced Fresh is preferred for sweetness and nutrition.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Low-sodium options recommended.
Spices
- 1 teaspoon cumin Integral for Tex-Mex flavor.
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to personal taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika Sweet or smoked paprika.
- to taste none salt and pepper Use high-quality sea salt for better flavor.
Garnish
- to taste none fresh cilantro Optional but adds freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
- Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add ground beef, break it up with a spoon, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add drained black beans, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until everything is heated through and sweet potatoes are tender but not mushy.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, allow ingredients to come to room temperature before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.