Persian Spinach and Eggs | Easy Healthy Breakfast Recipe (Nargesi)

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients with a different flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative.

garlic

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Shallots offer a milder flavor, while onion powder is cost-effective.

Drizzle olive oil over wholemeal pittas and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.

Place pittas in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 180C (360F).

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pan.

Add 1 large white onion, sliced, and cook for 6-8 minutes until softened.

Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Add 300g (10.5oz) fresh spinach in two batches, cooking until wilted each time.

Season with salt, black pepper, and 1/3 teaspoon turmeric; spread the mixture evenly covering the entire pan.

Make 4 wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each well.

Cover with a lid and simmer for 4-5 minutes.

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with warm pittas.

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