Sweet Potato Hash With Tofu

Published Nov. 7, 2023

Sweet Potato Hash With Tofu
Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini.
Total Time
55 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Rating
5(1,048)
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Hash, which comes from the French word for “chop,” can be made of any number of meats and proteins that cook and crisp on the stovetop. One of the most common might be corned beef and potato hash, but this recipe is more hands-off: It cooks on a sheet pan. This vegan hash is sweet, smoky and spicy, with cubes of sweet potato, tofu, peppers and onions. The potatoes and tofu are spunky with chili powder and crisp from cornstarch. Serve the dish for breakfast or dinner, with vinegary red onions for crunch, plus your favorite hash toppings.

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Ingredients

Yield:2 to 3 servings
  • 1red bell pepper, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 1medium red onion, a quarter thinly sliced, the rest cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 1rosemary sprig (optional)
  • ¼cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
  • 1(14- to 16-ounce) block extra-firm tofu, cut into ½-inch pieces and patted very dry
  • 8ounces sweet potato (1 small), cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2tablespoons cornstarch
  • teaspoons chili powder
  • 1tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lime juice
  • Fried or poached eggs, cilantro, parsley, hot sauce, Cheddar, feta and/or ketchup, for serving (optional)
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Nutritional analysis per serving (3 servings)

408 calories; 26 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 15 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 31 grams carbohydrates; 6 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 17 grams protein; 788 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Arrange a rack in the bottom third of the oven, heat to 425 degrees and line a sheet pan with parchment. In a medium bowl, toss the bell pepper, ½-inch pieces of red onion and the rosemary, if using, with 2 tablespoons oil. Season with a pinch of salt, then arrange in a single layer on about one-quarter of the prepared sheet pan.

  2. Step 2

    In the same bowl, combine the tofu, sweet potato, cornstarch and 2 teaspoons chili powder and season generously with about 2 teaspoons salt. Toss gently until well coated, then add remaining 2 tablespoons oil and toss to coat. Arrange in a single layer next to the peppers and onion. Roast on the bottom rack until the vegetables are tender and the tofu is crisp underneath, 30 to 35 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss the sliced onion with the vinegar, remaining ¼ teaspoon chili powder and a pinch of salt. Serve the hash topped with the pickled onions and any additional toppings you like.

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The meltingly tender onions and peppers, creamy potatoes, and crispy tofu were a perfect combination. Instead of using chili powder to toss with the tofu/potato mixture, I used a little more than a tablespoon of a blend that I keep handy for various dishes. It contains equal parts smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, mexican oregano, and ancho chile powder. We topped the hash with fried eggs and lots of cilantro and used a nice amount of cholola at the table. Yum!

Wonderful meal. Start the pickled onions first and use a proper vinegar/water ratio (50/50; enough to fully cover all the onions) so they actually pickle. I've made this dish twice already.

I stuck to the recipe and it turned out great. This will be a regular in our dinner line-up. It's easy to keep the ingredients on hand with the possible exception of the red pepper and green garnish. However, there's lots of room for variations. Love the crispy tofu. The recipe easily fed the 2 of us with leftovers. I'd be willing to make this for company. It's a beautiful dish as well; lots of color

This is a great weeknight meal with lots of possibilities of toppings (similar to a baked potato bar, but better). I cooked peppers/onions on a separate sheet and more of them. Tofu was crispy and tasty. I’d use a lot more seasonings, the sweet potato and tofu can take it. Leftovers in a burrito!

MMM this was so good! and easy! cooked as directed and added a can of drained and rinsed black beans with about 5 minutes left on the cook time. then topped with the pickled red onions, cilantro, vegan cheddar, and a coconut yogurt/cholula sauce! what a treat; can't wait to make it again.

Getting all the liquid out of the tofu is KEY for crispiness! The flavors in this dish are incredible.

Delicious and straightforward! Verges on being too salty, might reduce to 1 tsp when salting tofu. The recipe makes enough for two people; recommend doubling and splitting into two baking sheets

I added butternut squash to the hash and it was delicious!

I have a package of paneer. I wonder if that would be a sub for tofu?

OMG- yes!! Delicious and weeknight doable. This was a win in our house. Used one sheet pan, 2 small sweet potatoes, a mix of gochugaro, cumin and paprika. Served with forbidden rice, kimchi and an olive oil fried egg on top. Just delicious.

Needs to cook longer and use the biggest sheet pan you have. I substituted Moroccan spiced for the chili. It was delicious

simple, delicious, accessible cooking!! even my dad (known tofu hater) rubbernecked at it in the kitchen and wanted to try some. didn't have bell pepper so i omitted it, and then topped it with freshly diced tomato right as it came out. added baby kale and feta. would absolutely make again-- would be delicious with fried egg, avocado, and cilantro...

I had hoped it would be a main dish, but instead it was pretty dry. So my husband made his into a burrito and added salsa and greens. I added mine to lettuce and used green goddess dressing (vegan). I'm glad for the ease and nutritional value.

This is delicious. I did reduce the chili powder to 1 1/2 tsp but otherwise no changes. Dodoni Feta and chopped cilantro were added along with a fried egg. I would try using fresh lime juice for the onion when I make this again.

Swapped out poblano peppers for the bell peppers just because, and added more chili powder than was called for--maybe won't do that next time. Otherwise, made the recipe as written and served with an egg for dinner. We also added a dollop of sour cream to cool off some of that chili powder heat. We'll definitely make this again, and I'll be sharing it with our vegetarian friends.

Yummy, great textures, healthy, but a little too salty for our liking. Will probably reduce to 1tsp salt for sweet potato tofu mixture next time, as one other commenter noted as well.

Quite yummy - added lots of paprika and some tomatoes and broccoli.

We eat this on a bed of baby spinach. It's so healthy and good. The two of us eat the whole thing! I have no hacks or changes. Follow the recipe and enjoy!

I turned this into a lunch bowl. Massaged kale leaves with avocado, salt and lime juice. Served the roasted veggie/tofu mix on top, garnished with cilantro, pepitas and the pickled onions. 5 star lunch!

I added a Serrano pepper for heat and then bulked it with cooked quinoa. Delicious!!!! Started pickling the onions first, and used twice the vinegar so they would actually pickle. Will definitely make this again very soon!

I was skeptical until I took a bite. I understand all the five star reviews, this was absolutely delicious.

This was great and more similar than I expected to the beloved breakfast hash I used to get at Ants Pants Cafe in Philadelphia. The fried egg is a must for me. It went over well with my three-year-old as well, though she won't touch a runny egg yolk.

This recipe showed me there are so many possibilities with tofu - thank you Ali! I followed the other comments and added a few additional spices (cumin, onion powder and garlic powder) and spinach at the end to wilt, plus side of beans and many toppings! Personal favorite toppings are chipotle hot sauce and pico de gallo.

We love this recipe and make it weekly! I usually add an extra sweet potato and sometimes and can of black beans in the last 5 minutes and it turns out great every time! We usually eat it as tacos!

Amazing! We have a mixed family: I’m vegetarian and my husband and son are not. And they are not particularly happy with not cooking meat anymore. They both loved this dish. We ate this hash on tacos with cheese and guacamole.

Prepared mostly as directed. Added some kale wilted by hand in olive oil and salt to the onions and peppers in the last 15 minutes of cooking. Beautiful and tasty tossed together. Served with a side of rice and choice of toppings. I mixed in some classic hummus for a win. Five stars.

Used chili powder, garlic powder, cumin and paprika. Added a little more corn starch and mixed it in with everything together so the tofu came out nice and crispy too.

I used carrots and spring onions and made sour cream by adding water to cream cheese. So delicious!!!! A new whole family favorite but it's only enough for 3 meals.

I made this for the first time tonight and it was delicious!

Fantastic! Second time making this. Subbed butternut squash for the sweet potato this time… Works.

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