Description
Eggs in Purgatory is a delicious and comforting dish that marries the richness of poached eggs with a zesty, spicy tomato sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, this Italian classic is both satisfying and quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any meal. With its vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients like fresh spinach and mozzarella, this recipe invites creativity—feel free to add your favorite herbs or vegetables for a personal twist. Enjoy this flavorful skillet dish alongside toasted bread for a delightful experience that will warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
- 3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (broken into pieces)
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
- Toasted bread slices
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (20 seconds).
- Stir in red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and simmer on medium-low for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Add baby spinach and stir until well combined.
- Arrange mozzarella pieces in the sauce and create divots for each egg using the back of a spoon.
- Crack eggs into small bowls, then gently place one egg in each divot. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes for soft yolks.
- While eggs are cooking, toast slices of bread in a pan with butter until golden brown.
- Once cooked, garnish poached eggs with fresh dill and serve immediately with toasted bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg