
Recipe by
Chef Jeff
Sweet Potato and Egg Breakfast Skillet
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast skillet that combines sweet potatoes, eggs, and spices for a satisfying and healthy breakfast.
Ingredients (with glycemic index):
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (GI: 70)
- 1 onion, chopped (GI: 10)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced (GI: 0)
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced (GI: 10)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (GI: 0)
- 4 large eggs (GI: 0)
- Salt and pepper to taste (GI: 0)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (GI: 0)
Cooking Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add chopped onions and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and red bell pepper, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir occasionally and cook for 8-10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are cooked through.
- Make four wells in the vegetable mixture, and crack one egg into each well. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-6 minutes or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Flavor Profile Explanation
This Sweet Potato and Egg Breakfast Skillet has a delicious mix of sweet and savory flavors, thanks to the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes and the spicy kick of the red bell pepper. The onions and garlic help to add depth of flavor, while the eggs provide a creamy and satisfying texture.
Serving Size
This recipe makes four servings. Each serving contains 1 egg and approximately 1 cup of vegetables.
Nutritional Facts (Disclaimer: Nutritional values are AI generated and may not be accurate)
| Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 216 | 7g | 10g | 27g | 5g | 8g |
Type-2 Diabetic Friendly
This recipe is Type-2 Diabetic Friendly due to its low glycemic index ingredients and balanced macronutrients. Sweet potatoes are a great choice for a diabetic-friendly breakfast because they have a low glycemic index and are high in fiber, which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. The eggs in this recipe also provide protein, which slows the absorption rate of carbohydrates, helping to keep blood sugar levels stable.
