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  • Author: Chef Gourmet
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious combination of poached eggs nestled in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 56 Eggs (preferably at room temperature)
  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 1/2 Red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 medium Potato (diced)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 28-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp each Salt
  • 1/2 tsp each Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp each Sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp each Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp each Cumin
  • Fresh Cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
  • Sliced avocado and/or cheese (Feta, Parmesan, Mozzarella, etc., optional garnish)
  • Toasted bread (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and potato. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Then, stir in the crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, sugar, paprika, and cumin until everything is well combined.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Using a wooden spoon, make small wells in the sauce and carefully crack in the eggs. Lightly season the eggs with salt and pepper.
  5. Top with fresh cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately with a side of toasted bread. Optionally, add sliced avocado or cheese for extra flavor.

Notes

  • This dish is best served hot.
  • You can customize the spices to your taste.
  • Perfect for brunch with friends or a cozy family breakfast.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg