Vibrant Poached Eggs Tomato (Print)

Poached eggs nestled in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce, perfect for any meal.

# 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 - 1 can (14 oz) 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 and black pepper, to taste
10 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

→ Eggs

11 - 4 large eggs

→ Garnish (optional)

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

# Directions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
03 - Add cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice. Season with salt, black pepper, and sugar if desired. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens.
05 - Taste the sauce and modify salt, pepper, or sugar according to preference.
06 - Create four wells in the sauce and crack one egg into each well.
07 - Cover the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, until egg whites are set and yolks remain softly cooked.
08 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vegetarian and full of flavor
  • Quick to prepare and uses simple pantry ingredients
02 -
  • Contains eggs: check bread ingredients for allergens if serving with bread
  • This recipe is dairy-free and nut-free
03 -
  • Simmer uncovered to help thicken the sauce before adding eggs
  • Gently create wells to keep eggs in place while poaching
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