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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
olive oil
4 eggs
400 g chopped tomatoes
garlic
basil
oregano
chili flakes
pepper
salt
grated Parmesan cheese
toasted bread

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Heat olive oil in a pan.

2

Add crushed garlic and stir to get the oil fragrant, about 30 seconds.

3

Add 400 g of chopped tomatoes and cook uncovered on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes until thickened.

4

Add basil, oregano, chili flakes, pepper, and salt to the tomato mixture.

5

Reduce heat to low and crack in 4 eggs, one at a time.

6

Increase heat to high and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of each egg.

7

Cover the pan and cook the eggs for no more than 3 minutes until cooked completely.

8

Serve the eggs with toasted bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpoaching

Equipment Needed

pangarlic crusherspoonlid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggsmilk

Also Known As

Eggs in PurgatoryUova al Purgatorio
Local Name: Uova in Purgatorio

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