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Smoked Sausage and Sweet Potato Stir Fry

A fast, smoky, sweet, and savory one-pan stir fry made with smoked sausage, caramelized sweet potatoes, and sautéed vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 14 oz smoked sausage sliced
  • 2 sweet potatoes peeled and diced small
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Seasoning & Oil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook 8–10 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  2. Move sweet potatoes aside. Add remaining olive oil and sliced sausage; cook 4–5 minutes until browned.
  3. Add onions, garlic, and sliced bell peppers. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
  4. Season with paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
  5. Cook 2–3 more minutes until everything is caramelized and well combined.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

Add spinach or kale for extra greens; use Cajun seasoning for a smoky kick.