Creamy Cauliflower Breakfast Hash with Eggs, Vegetables, and Spices
This creamy cauliflower breakfast hash is a hearty and flavorful way to start your day. The cauliflower is roasted until tender and slightly browned, and then combined with sautéed onions, peppers, and zucchini. Eggs are cracked into the skillet and cooked to your desired doneness. The hash is seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper for a delicious and satisfying meal.
In the annals of breakfast history, the humble hash has long held a place of honor. From the classic corned beef hash to the more modern sweet potato hash, this hearty and versatile dish has been a staple of morning menus for centuries. But what if we told you there was a way to make hash even better? Enter cauliflower. This cruciferous vegetable is not only packed with nutrients, but it also has a mild flavor that makes it the perfect blank canvas for a variety of seasonings and ingredients. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make a creamy cauliflower breakfast hash that is sure to become a new favorite.
Creamy Cauliflower Breakfast Hash with Eggs, Vegetables, and Spices Creamy Cauliflower Breakfast Hash with Eggs, Vegetables, and Spices Creamy Cauliflower Breakfast Hash with Eggs, Vegetables, and Spices Creamy Cauliflower Breakfast Hash with Eggs, Vegetables, and Spices
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil.
  2. Season cauliflower florets with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
  3. Cook until cauliflower is lightly browned and fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add onion, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet along with paprika and cumin.
  5. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened.
  6. Crack eggs into the skillet and gently stir to cook to desired doneness.
  7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the cauliflower before adding it to the skillet gives it a slightly browned and caramelized flavor.
  • Sautéing the onions, peppers, and zucchini in olive oil brings out their natural sweetness.
  • The smoked paprika and cumin add a warm and smoky flavor to the hash.
  • Cooking the eggs in the skillet with the vegetables creates a creamy and flavorful sauce.
  • Seasoning the hash with salt and pepper to taste ensures that it is perfectly seasoned.