Spanish Eggs

Infuse your mornings with bold Mediterranean flavors by whipping up this irresistible Spanish Eggs recipe. Perfect for brunch or a cozy dinner, this vibrant dish features a rich, savory tomato sauce spiced with paprika, cumin, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell peppers add depth and aroma, while perfectly poached eggs nestle in the simmering sauce for a protein-packed centerpiece. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with slices of crusty bread, each bite is bursting with warmth and comfort. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, Spanish Eggs is a one-skillet wonder that will transport your taste buds straight to Spain! Keywords: Spanish eggs recipe, Mediterranean brunch, skillet eggs with tomato sauce, savory breakfast ideas, poached eggs with peppers.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
• 4 slices, for serving crusty bread

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (including their juices) to the skillet. Stir to combine and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Lower the heat, cover, and let the tomato mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Using the back of a spoon, make four small wells in the tomato sauce. Crack an egg into each well.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny, or longer if you prefer firmer yolks.

Step 8

Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1144.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1444.5

Total Fat 68.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 751.9mg	0%
Sodium 3160.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 53.1g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 397.8mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1948.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 42.5%