Heat the oil in a 24โ26cm frying pan with a lid over a medium heat. Cook the onion and pepper for 8โ10 minutes until soft.
Add the garlic, cumin, paprika and chilli and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
Tip in the tomatoes and sugar, season, and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
Make 4 hollows in the sauce with a spoon and crack an egg into each.
Cover and cook on a low-medium heat for 6โ8 minutes, until the whites are completely set and the yolks are done to your liking (cook 2โ3 minutes longer for firm yolks).
Scatter with herbs and serve straight from the pan with bread.
Allergens
Eggs. Check bread for gluten (wheat).
FAQs
How do I know the eggs are cooked?
The whites should be opaque and firm with no clear, jelly-like patches. Cook longer if anyone eating is vulnerable and needs firm yolks.
Can I make the sauce ahead?
Yes. Cool and chill the sauce for up to 2 days, then reheat until bubbling before adding the eggs.
Can I add feta?
Crumble 50g over at the end โ note it adds milk to the allergens.
Is it spicy?
Only mildly. Leave out the chilli flakes for a family-friendly version.
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