Benefits:
Avocados provide skin-hydrating monounsaturated fats and vitamin E. Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A for smooth, radiant skin. Pasture-raised eggs offer biotin and protein to strengthen skin structure, and turmeric delivers powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
Skin Concern: Dryness, dullness, loss of elasticity
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Serves: 2
Ingredients:
Sweet Potato Cakes:
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1 cup grated sweet potato
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1 egg
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1 tbsp oat flour or almond flour
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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Pinch of sea salt and pepper
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1 tbsp olive oil for pan-frying
Turmeric Hollandaise:
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2 egg yolks
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp ground turmeric
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1/4 cup melted ghee or grass-fed butter
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Pinch of sea salt
Toppings:
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2 eggs, poached
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1/2 avocado, sliced
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Optional: fresh dill, chili flakes, or microgreens for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine grated sweet potato, 1 egg, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form into two patties. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook each patty for about 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- To make the hollandaise, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice together in a small bowl over a double boiler (or use a heatproof bowl over simmering water).
- Whisk constantly while slowly drizzling in melted ghee or butter. Add turmeric and salt and continue whisking until thick and glossy. Remove from heat.
- Poach eggs in gently simmering water for 3–4 minutes until whites are set but yolks are still runny.
- Assemble by placing each sweet potato cake on a plate. Top with avocado slices, a poached egg, and spoon over turmeric hollandaise.
- Garnish as desired.
Shopping Tips:
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Eggs: Choose pasture-raised or omega-3 enriched eggs for the best nutrient density.
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Sweet Potato: Look for vibrant orange flesh for the highest beta-carotene content.
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Ghee: Use organic, grass-fed ghee for a nutty flavor and vitamin A boost.
Cooking Tips:
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Don’t overcook the hollandaise and remove from heat once it thickens.
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Add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the poaching water for neater egg whites.
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For a fully dairy-free version, use olive oil in the hollandaise instead of butter or ghee.
This upgraded eggs benedict is equal parts indulgent and functional, a glow-worthy brunch that supports hydration, firmness, and skin renewal from the inside out.
