Uova alla Puttanesca

Uova alla Puttanesca is a bold and flavorful Italian breakfast dish featuring eggs poached in a savory sauce made with tomatoes, olives, and capers. This low-carb version is perfect for a hearty start to your day without the extra carbs.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Capers - 1 tablespoon, rinsed
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Eggs - 4 large
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, capers, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
4. Using a spoon, create 4 small wells in the tomato mixture. Crack an egg into each well.
5. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 770 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from eggs, which supports muscle health and satiety.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives, beneficial for heart health.

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