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Uova in Purgatorio

Cultural Context

Uova in Purgatorio, or Eggs in Purgatory, hails from Southern Italy and is a beloved dish often enjoyed for breakfast or brunch. The name reflects the eggs 'poached' in a spicy tomato sauce, symbolizing a culinary journey from the fiery depths of flavor to heavenly satisfaction. This dish is a staple in Italian households and has found its way into various brunch menus around the globe, celebrated for its comforting and hearty nature.

ItalianITmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 large eggs
2 cups diced tomatoes
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 slices bread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4

Add chopped tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.

5

Create small wells in the tomato mixture and crack eggs into each well.

6

Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set to your liking, about 5-7 minutes.

7

Sprinkle with fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese before serving.

8

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpoaching

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsmilk

Also Known As

Eggs in PurgatoryUova al Purgatorio
Local Name: Uova in Purgatorio

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