Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 piece

flatbread

warmed

3 tbsp

canola oil

12 unit

merguez sausage

casings removed

1 unit

spanish onion

halved and thinly sliced

2 clove

garlic

minced

28 unit

plum tomatoes

coarsely crushed

1.5 tbsp

harissa

1 tbsp

ras el hanout

1 tsp

smoked paprika

1 pinch

kosher salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 tsp

honey

optional

8 unit

eggs

4 unit

goat cheese

crumbled

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

coarsely chopped

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

coarsely chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 250°F and warm flatbread in foil.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat canola oil in a large saute pan over high heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook sausage until golden brown, about 3 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Add onions and cook until softened and lightly golden brown.

Step 5
~3 min

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Step 6
~3 min

Add tomatoes, harissa, ras el hanout, paprika, and 1 cup of water to the pan. Bring to a boil.

Step 7
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Season with salt, pepper, and honey (optional).

Step 9
~3 min

Carefully crack eggs over the sauce.

Step 10
~3 min

Sprinkle with goat cheese, cilantro, and parsley.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover and cook until whites are set but yolks are runny, 1-2 minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve in the pan with warm flatbread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of harissa to your preferred spice level.

Use different types of flatbread for variety.

Add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer a selection of olives and pickled vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan tagine
Hummus with vegetables
Baba ghanoush

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

Reflects the blend of Berber, Arab, and European influences in Moroccan cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Special Occasion
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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