Tomato-Pepper Stew with Poached Eggs and Harissa

Name: Tomato-Pepper Stew with Poached Eggs and Harissa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice; Salt; 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon harissa; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 6 large eggs; Pitas or crusty bread, for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Salt
1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon harissa
1 tablespoon tomato paste
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
6 large eggs
Pitas or crusty bread, for serving

1
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
2
Add the onion and bell pepper, season with salt and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes.
3
Stir in the paprika and coriander and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Stir in the harissa and tomato paste and cook over low heat for 3 minutes.
5
Add the tomatoes and their juices and simmer over low heat until the sauce has thickened, about 20 minutes.
6
Stir in the parsley and cilantro and season with salt.
7
Raise the heat to moderate.
8
One by one, break the eggs into a cup and add them to the simmering sauce.
9
Poach the eggs until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny, about 5 minutes.
10
Season the eggs with salt.
11
Transfer the eggs to bowls along with some of the sauce.
12
Serve with warmed pitas or crusty bread.

378

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice, Salt, and more.

Yes, Tomato-Pepper Stew with Poached Eggs and Harissa falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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