Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 unit

onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

olive oil

3 unit

garlic

crushed

4 unit

eggs

1 unit

sweet red pepper

deseeded and sliced finely

6 unit

tomatoes

1 tbsp

sweet paprika

1 pinch

sea salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~5 min

Sauté the finely chopped onion and crushed garlic in olive oil, seasoned with black pepper, until softened (about 8 minutes).

Step 2
~5 min

Grate the tomatoes using a coarse grater.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the grated tomatoes, sliced red pepper, and sweet paprika to the sautéed onion and garlic; mix well.

Step 4
~5 min

Season the mixture to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 5
~5 min

Cover and simmer the tomato mixture on low heat for 25 minutes.

Step 6
~5 min

After simmering, gently crack the eggs onto the surface of the tomato mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Cover and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the eggs reach your desired doneness.

Step 8
~5 min

Optional: Break the egg yolks and swirl them into the tomato sauce for a richer flavor.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of paprika to your preference.

Add a pinch of chili flakes for extra heat.

Serve with feta cheese or labneh for a creamy contrast.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The tomato sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread or crusty bread for dipping.

Top with crumbled feta cheese or a dollop of yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Israeli Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North Africa and Middle East

Cultural Significance

A popular breakfast and brunch dish in many countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Weekend Breakfast
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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