March 31, 2017
Grain Free Yam Hash
Since removing cereals from my diet, especially the sweetened cereals, I’ve noticed some mornings I have a hankering for something on the sweeter side to start my day. Feeling creative one morning, I threw together something I don’t know what to call – other than a hash.
The reasons this dish is so satisfying and a great way to start the day is the yams are a naturally sweet complex carbohydrate so they don’t spike blood sugar, and they are high in fiber – we all know what that’s good for. Yams are also a good source of vitamin C – 27% of the daily value for fighting infections wound healing, anti-aging and healthy immune function; good amounts of B6 which among other things allows our bodies use our food for energy. Yams also contain a good amount of beta carotene which is an antioxidant superhero.
This hash also features coconut. I always use unsulphured. Coconut is high in fiber as well as healthy medium chain triglycerides.
The eggs in this dish contribute protein for sustained energy.
The add ons here are also beneficial with healthy fats and cinnamon aids in maintaining blood sugar. Please adjust and add your favorites toppings such as raisins, goji berries, hemp seeds, chia seeds, fresh berries or cacao nibs!
Ingredients:
- ½ – 1 cup grated yams
- ¼ cup grated unsulphured coconut
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 1 Tablespoon seeds – sunflower, sesame
- 2 Tablespoons chopped nuts – almonds, walnuts (pre-soaked for 8 hours)
- 1 – 2 free range eggs
- 1 – 2 Tablespoons ground flax seed
Instructions:
- Melt the coconut oil in a frypan.
- Add the grated yams, and just a bit of water and let cook for 3 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Add the coconut, cinnamon, nuts and seeds, let them warm up in the pan.
- Once the mixture is warm, crack your eggs on top.
- You can let the eggs cook sunny side up, or scramble them in.
- Once the eggs are cooked, serve and top with cacao and flax seeds.
Hearty, healthy and delish!
