Eggs Baked in Spicy Tomato Sauce

Name: Eggs Baked in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra spice); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 6 large eggs; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional); 6 pieces pita bread, warmed, for serving

Perfectly baked eggs nestled in a warmly spiced tomato sauce, a satisfying and quick meal reminiscent of a rustic Middle Eastern dish, served with warm pita bread.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $1.84/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Vegetarian
Pescatarian

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra spice)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 large eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
6 pieces pita bread, warmed, for serving

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet (about 10-12 inches) over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes. Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen.
Create 6 small wells in the tomato sauce using the back of a spoon. Carefully crack one large egg into each well. Season the eggs with a pinch more salt and pepper.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are still slightly runny (or to your desired doneness).
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately with warm pita bread for dipping.

Notes

Adjust the chili flakes to your family's preferred spice level. For a softer yolk, bake closer to 10 minutes; for firmer, closer to 15.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 330
Protein: 15.4 g
Carbohydrates: 45.8 g
Fat: 9.3 g
Fiber: 3.7 g
Sodium: 837 mg
Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
Sugar: 9.9 g
Cholesterol: 169 mg