Italian Lamb & Sweet Potato Hash with Cucumber Ribbons
A hearty Italian-inspired lamb and sweet potato hash, topped with refreshing cucumber ribbons.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground lamb
Substitute: Ground Beef
- 1 cup sweet potato diced 12inch
Substitute: Russet potato
- 1 cup yellow squash diced 12inch
Substitute: Zucchini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Substitute: Avocado Oil
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
Substitute: Dried oregano and basil
- 1 clove garlic minced
Substitute: Garlic powder (1/4 tsp)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Substitute: Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Substitute: Red pepper flakes (pinch)
- 1/2 cup cucumber thinly sliced into ribbon
Substitute: Thinly sliced celery
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Substitute: Fresh basil
Equipment Needed
- • Large skillet
- • Chef's knife
- • Cutting board
- • Vegetable peeler
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
400
Protein
35g
Carbs
30g
Fat
18g
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (a temperature setting on a stove or other appliance).
⏱️ 2 minutes
Technique: heating
- 2
Add the ground lamb to the skillet and cook (apply heat to food), breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Browning (cooking meat until it turns brown) enhances the flavor.
⏱️ 5 minutes
Technique: browning
- 3
Add the diced sweet potato and squash to the skillet. Cook (apply heat) for 8-10 minutes, stirring (mixing ingredients together) occasionally, until the sweet potato is tender.
⏱️ 8-10 minutes
Technique: cooking
- 4
Stir in the Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking (apply heat) for another minute until fragrant (having a pleasant smell).
⏱️ 1 minute
Technique: cooking
- 5
Remove the skillet from the heat (stop applying heat).
⏱️ 1 minute
Technique: removing heat
- 6
Using a vegetable peeler, create thin ribbons of cucumber.
⏱️ 2 minutes
Technique: peeling
- 7
Divide the lamb and sweet potato hash between two plates. Garnish (decorate food) with the cucumber ribbons and chopped fresh parsley.
⏱️ 1 minute
Technique: plating
- 8
Serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 minute
Technique: serving
💡 Chef's Tips
Add a fried egg on top for extra protein and richness. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the flavors.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Not browning the lamb properly, which reduces flavor.
- • Not dicing the sweet potato small enough, leading to longer cooking times.
Why Easy?
✓ What makes it easier:
- • Simple ingredients
- • Easy skillet cooking technique
- • Minimal prep work
! What requires attention:
- • Requires even cooking of sweet potato
