Description
A classic and flavorful Middle Eastern dish featuring poached eggs simmered in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce, perfect for breakfast or any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
Spices & Condiments
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
Canned Goods
- 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
Protein
- 6 large eggs
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté vegetables. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add garlic and spices. Stir in the finely chopped garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili powder, cooking for an additional minute to release the spices’ aromas.
- Add tomatoes and simmer. Pour the entire can of whole peeled tomatoes with their juice into the pan. Use a large spoon to break down the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, then bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Poach the eggs. Create small wells in the tomato sauce using the spoon and carefully crack an egg into each well. Cook the eggs uncovered for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the whites are set and yolks reach your preferred doneness. Covering the pan can speed up cooking if desired.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro and parsley over the dish before serving hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase chili powder or add cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute fresh tomatoes for canned if available, but canned provides a richer flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread or pita to scoop up the sauce and eggs.
- Cover the pan to cook eggs more evenly and quickly.
- Adjust spice levels according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
