Middle Eastern Poached Eggs with Spicy Tomato Sauce — FamilyPlate recipe🍳

Middle Eastern Poached Eggs with Spicy Tomato Sauce

A quick and healthy Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring poached eggs simmered in a spicy tomato sauce, flavored with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for a nutritious dinner in under 30 minutes!

🌙 Middle-eastern
👶 Kid Friendly🌶️ Medium Spice

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
Healthy

Nutrition (per serving)

320kcal
Calories
15g
Protein
28g
Carbs
16g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

  4. 4

    Make small wells in the tomato sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your liking.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top of the eggs. Serve warm with crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.

  6. 6

    Enjoy your delicious, wholesome Middle Eastern dinner!

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