Savoury Baked Eggs Tomato (Printable)

Vibrant baked eggs in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce, ideal for any meal.

# 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. Cook the chopped onion for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
03 - Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender.
04 - Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, sweet paprika, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Incorporate diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
06 - Make four wells in the thickened sauce using a spoon and crack an egg into each well.
07 - Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the egg whites are set and 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 and easy to prepare
  • Delicious and satisfying for any meal
02 -
  • Contains eggs, so not suitable for those with egg allergies
  • If serving with bread, select gluten-free options for gluten-free diets
03 -
  • Add a sprinkle of feta before baking for an extra tangy flavor
  • Replace eggs with chickpeas for a vegan version
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