Description
This Sweet Potato Breakfast with Fried Eggs is a delicious and nutritious morning meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes gently seared to bring out their natural sweetness, topped with perfectly fried eggs. Enhanced with flavorful Mediterranean spices like za’atar and Urfa Biber, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley, it offers a vibrant and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 roasted sweet potatoes (with skin on)
- Extra virgin olive oil (about 2 tablespoons, divided)
Eggs and Seasonings
- 4 eggs
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- Za’atar, to sprinkle
- Urfa Biber or Aleppo pepper, to sprinkle
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Using a small sharp knife, slice each roasted sweet potato in half lengthwise. Be careful to maintain the skin intact as it will serve as the base to hold the egg later.
- Sear the sweet potatoes: Heat about 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Place the sweet potato halves cut side down in the pan, allowing them to sizzle immediately. Cook for approximately 3 minutes or until warmed through and slightly caramelized.
- Create pockets in the sweet potatoes: Transfer the seared sweet potatoes to serving plates, cut side up. Using the tip of your knife, cut a pocket into the flesh of each half by slicing from top to bottom, leaving the skin intact. Season with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
- Fry the eggs: In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil and heat until shimmering. Crack the eggs carefully into the pan and cook until the whites are fully set and edges turn golden, about 3 minutes. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble and serve: Place one fried egg into the pocket of each sweet potato half. Sprinkle each with crumbled feta cheese, a pinch of za’atar, Urfa Biber or Aleppo pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Roasted sweet potatoes can be prepared ahead of time or purchased pre-cooked for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of Urfa Biber or Aleppo pepper to your desired spice level.
- For a vegan variation, substitute eggs with a tofu scramble and omit feta cheese.
- Use a nonstick skillet to prevent eggs from sticking and ensure easy flipping.
- Serve with a side of fresh greens or avocado for added nutrition.
