Smoky Chickpea Fried Eggs (4 Ingredients) Recipe
A quick and flavorful recipe combining crispy smoky chickpeas with perfectly fried eggs, enhanced by sundried tomatoes and smoked paprika for a deliciously savory breakfast or brunch dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Chickpeas Mixture
- 1 15-oz can chickpeas (drained and patted dry, 425 g)
- ¼ cup sundried tomatoes packed in oil (chopped, plus oil from the jar, 50 g)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Oil from sundried tomatoes jar (a splash for cooking)
Eggs
- 4 large eggs
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook Chickpeas: Drain and pat dry the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, then 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 develop a slightly crispy texture.
- Make Holes: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Remove half of the chickpeas from the pan onto a plate. In the remaining chickpeas in the skillet, create two holes big enough to hold eggs. Drizzle a little oil from the sundried tomatoes jar into each hole to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook Eggs: Crack an egg into each of the prepared holes. Cook the eggs gently for 3 to 5 minutes, occasionally basting the whites and yolks with the pan oil to encourage even cooking on top. Once set, remove the cooked chickpeas and eggs, then repeat the process with the reserved chickpeas and remaining eggs.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately while warm for a hearty, smoky breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Use a nonstick skillet to prevent eggs from sticking and make flipping or basting easier.
- For extra smokiness, you can add a pinch of smoked salt or an additional sprinkle of smoked paprika when seasoning.
- Ensure chickpeas are patted dry well to achieve a crispier texture during cooking.
- This dish can be served with toasted bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
