Uova al Purgatorio

Uova al Purgatorio is a delightful Italian brunch dish featuring poached eggs nestled in a spicy, rich tomato sauce. This healthy version incorporates fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs, making it a flavorful and nutritious meal for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Eggs - 4 large
• Parmesan cheese - 20 grams, grated
• Whole grain bread - 2 slices

Steps

1. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
4. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
5. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and create four small wells in the sauce.
6. Crack an egg into each well, cover the skillet, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the eggs are set to your liking.
7. While the eggs are cooking, toast the whole grain bread.
8. Once the eggs are done, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and serve immediately with the toasted bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from eggs, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatoes and basil.

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