Save A vibrant, budget-friendly dish featuring perfectly baked eggs nestled in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce — ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an easy supper.
When I first made this savoury baked eggs recipe, I was amazed by how the flavors come together in one skillet. It's become our go-to for weekend brunches, because everyone loves scooping up the sauce with bread.
Ingredients
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
- Red bell pepper: 1, diced
- Garlic cloves: 2, minced
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (400g/14 oz)
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Sweet paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Chili flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: To taste
- Eggs: 4 large
- Fresh parsley or cilantro: Chopped, optional, for garnish
- Crusty bread: To serve, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Cook Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3,4 minutes, until softened. Add the bell pepper and cook for another 3,4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add Spices:
- Stir in the garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Simmer Sauce:
- Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 8,10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Add Eggs:
- Use a spoon to make four wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.
- Bake:
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8,10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with crusty bread.
Save This dish is perfect for sharing with family on lazy mornings. Everyone can scoop their own portion — and it always sparks requests for seconds.
Required Tools
You need an ovenproof skillet, knife and cutting board, and a wooden spoon to make this recipe.
Allergen Information
The primary allergen is eggs, and if bread is served, check for gluten. Always verify ingredient sources for safety.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has approximately 185 calories, 8g total fat, 16g carbohydrates, and 10g protein.
Save Enjoy these baked eggs straight from the skillet, with fresh herbs and warm bread for dipping.
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → What is the best pan for baking the eggs in sauce?
An ovenproof skillet or sauté pan is ideal to cook and bake the eggs evenly within the tomato sauce.
- → Can I adjust the spice level in the sauce?
Yes, chili flakes can be added or omitted to match your preferred heat level without overpowering the sauce.
- → How do I know when the eggs are perfectly cooked?
Egg whites should be set while yolks remain slightly runny, which typically takes 8-10 minutes in a preheated oven.
- → What are good garnishes to complement the baked eggs?
Fresh parsley or cilantro add bright herbal notes. A sprinkle of feta cheese is also a flavorful option before baking.
- → Can this dish be adapted for dietary preferences?
To make it vegan, omit eggs and add drained canned chickpeas as a plant-based protein alternative.