Savoury Baked Eggs Tomato (Printer View)

Baked eggs nestled in a rich tomato and pepper sauce with warm spices and fresh herbs.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
06 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste

→ Spices

07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Eggs

11 - 4 large eggs

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
13 - Crusty bread, to serve (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
03 - Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender.
04 - Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, sweet paprika, and optional chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer gently for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
06 - Use a spoon to make four small wells in the tomato sauce. Crack one large egg into each well.
07 - Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with crusty bread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and easy to customize
  • Rich in vegetables and naturally gluten-free
02 -
  • Contains eggs; omit or replace for vegan diets
  • If serving with bread, confirm gluten-free to match dietary needs
03 -
  • Add a pinch of ground coriander or crumbled feta before baking for extra flavor
  • Swap eggs with chickpeas for a vegan version
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