A quick and flavorful North African and Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Author:Mollyyeh
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:2-3 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 large eggs
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Bread, for serving
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Make small wells in the sauce and crack eggs into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and crumbled feta, if using. Serve hot with bread.
Notes
You can add spinach, zucchini, or chickpeas for extra nutrition.
Adjust the spice level with more or less chili flakes.