Hearty Flavorful Vegan Breakfast Hash (Printable)
Wholesome potato and vegetable skillet seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and turmeric for a hearty morning meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 medium russet potatoes, diced (approximately 1.1 lbs)
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 red onion, diced
05 - 5 oz button mushrooms, sliced
06 - 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Other Ingredients
13 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
14 - Fresh parsley or chives, chopped for garnish
15 - Hot sauce, for serving (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Place diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the parcooked potatoes in an even layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
03 - Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the empty space. Add the diced bell peppers, red onion, and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften and develop color.
04 - Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, turmeric, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and the spices are evenly distributed.
05 - Add the chopped spinach and toss with the vegetable mixture. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until just wilted but still vibrant green.
06 - Mix everything together thoroughly. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your preference. Remove from heat.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or chives. Serve immediately while hot, offering hot sauce on the side for those who enjoy extra heat.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Gets that restaurant style crispy potato texture without any guesswork
- The spice blend creates such depth of flavor you will not miss meat or eggs one bit
02 -
- Crowding the pan with too many potatoes at once will steam them instead of crisping them
- Letting the vegetables develop some brown bits is what creates the deep savory flavor
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one for the best crispy edges
- Do not skip the paprika, it is what gives this dish its distinctive character