Spanish Beans Eggs Skillet (Print)

Smoky tomato beans with poached eggs, finished with fresh parsley. Ideal for a hearty breakfast or brunch.

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Sauce & Beans

09 - 1 can (400 g) chopped tomatoes with juice
10 - 1 can (400 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 180 ml water or chicken stock

→ Eggs & Garnish

12 - 4 large eggs
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

→ To Serve

14 - Crusty bread

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
02 - Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the pepper begins to soften.
03 - Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until the spices release their aroma.
04 - Add the chopped tomatoes with juice, cannellini beans, and water or chicken stock. Stir well to combine, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
06 - With the back of a spoon, make four small wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.
07 - Cover the skillet and cook gently for 6–8 minutes, or until the eggs reach your preferred doneness.
08 - Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top.
09 - Serve immediately with slices of crusty bread for dipping.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a vegan variation, omit the eggs and add mushrooms or spinach for extra substance.
02 - Substitute chickpeas or kidney beans for cannellini beans to explore different flavors and textures.
03 - Enhance flavor and richness by adding sliced chorizo or sausage when sautéing the aromatics.
04 - Pairs well with potatoes or rice for a more substantial meal.

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