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Smoky Chickpea Fried Eggs Recipe

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A delicious and smoky twist on traditional fried eggs, featuring crispy chickpeas sautéed with sundried tomatoes and smoked paprika. This recipe combines the richness of fried eggs with flavorful, crispy chickpeas for a satisfying and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish.

Ingredients

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Chickpea Mixture

  • 1 15-oz can chickpeas, drained and patted dry (425 g)
  • ¼ cup sundried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped (50 g)
  • Oil from the jar of sundried tomatoes, splash as needed
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Eggs

  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Chickpeas: Drain and pat dry the chickpeas thoroughly. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the chickpeas, chopped sundried tomatoes, smoked paprika, and a splash of the oil from the sundried tomatoes jar. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas become slightly crispy and fragrant.
  2. Make Holes: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Carefully remove half of the chickpea mixture from the skillet and set aside. In the remaining chickpeas in the pan, create two small wells or holes to hold the eggs. Drizzle a small amount of the sundried tomato oil into each hole to help cook the eggs evenly and add flavor.
  3. Cook Eggs: Crack one egg into each hole in the chickpea mixture. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes over medium-low heat, basting the eggs occasionally with the oil from the pan to cook the tops gently without flipping. Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, season with salt and pepper. Repeat this process with the remaining chickpeas and eggs. Serve hot and enjoy your smoky chickpea fried eggs.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  • Basting the eggs with oil helps the tops cook without flipping.
  • Adjust cooking time based on how runny or set you prefer your egg yolks.
  • For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving.
  • This dish pairs well with toasted bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Keywords: smoky chickpea fried eggs, chickpea breakfast, fried eggs with chickpeas, smoked paprika eggs, sundried tomato eggs, gluten free breakfast

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