Poached Eggs in Spiced Tomato (Printer View)

A vibrant dish of poached eggs simmered in rich spiced tomato and pepper sauce, great for breakfast or light dinners.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 green bell pepper, chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes (or 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped)

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste
11 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

→ Eggs

12 - 4 large eggs

→ Garnish (optional)

13 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
14 - Crusty bread, for serving

# Method steps:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute while stirring frequently.
03 - Stir in ground cumin, sweet paprika, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add diced tomatoes with their juice. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional sugar. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
05 - Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
06 - Create four wells in the sauce using a spoon, then crack one egg into each well.
07 - Cover the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain soft.
08 - Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful, comforting meal packed with flavor
  • Quick and easy vegetarian dish
02 -
  • This recipe is dairy-free and nut-free
  • Check bread ingredients for potential allergens if serving alongside
03 -
  • Add a pinch of chili flakes or a little chili with garlic for extra heat
  • Mix in spinach or beans for more nutrition and substance
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