Tunisian Ujja Bi L Hrus Eggs with Sweet Peppers

Dive into the bold, vibrant flavors of North Africa with Tunisian Ujja Bi L Hrus Eggs with Sweet Peppers—a soulful, spicy skillet dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. This delightful recipe combines sweet red peppers, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, all elevated by hrus, a traditional Tunisian chili paste that brings a fiery depth to the dish. The sauce is simmered to perfection before eggs are nestled in and gently cooked until the whites are just set, leaving the yolks irresistibly runny. Served hot and garnished with fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is best enjoyed with crusty bread or warm pita to scoop up every savory bite. Easy to prep in 15 minutes and ready within 40, it’s a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large sweet red peppers
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon hrus (Tunisian chili paste)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 medium tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slice the sweet red peppers into thin strips and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet and sauté for another 3-4 minutes, until fragrant and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the hrus (Tunisian chili paste), ground cumin, ground coriander, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Dice the tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 6

Using the back of a spoon, create small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.

Step 7

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread or warm pita.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1207.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1015.7

Total Fat 66.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 1712.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 39.9g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 289.2mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2478.5mg	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: 58.2%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 27.3%