Description
Tunisian Eggs in Tomato-Pepper Stew is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring eggs poached in a spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce. This hearty and colorful meal combines aromatic spices like cumin and paprika with fresh ingredients, making it perfect for a satisfying breakfast, brunch, or light dinner. The eggs are gently cooked in the savory stew, resulting in a delicious blend of textures and bold North African-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 4 large eggs
Vegetables
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Herbs
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil until it is hot but not smoking to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the bell pepper and spices: Stir in the diced bell pepper, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the pepper to soften.
- Add tomatoes and simmer: Pour in the chopped tomatoes and lower the heat to a simmer. Allow the mixture to cook gently for 10 minutes until thickened and flavorful.
- Make wells and add eggs: Use a spoon to create four small wells in the tomato-pepper mixture. Carefully crack one egg into each well, making sure the yolks remain intact.
- Cook the eggs: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the egg whites are set but yolks are still slightly runny, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Adjust cooking time based on preferred egg doneness.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro over the top before serving to add a bright, herbal finish to the stew.
Notes
- You can cover the skillet with a lid to help eggs cook evenly without drying out.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; add chili flakes for some heat if desired.
- Serve with crusty bread or warm pita to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- This dish can also be prepared with spinach or other greens stirred in during the simmering step.
