Moqueca de Ovos
Moqueca de Ovos is a traditional Brazilian dish, a flavorful egg stew cooked with tomatoes, onions, and coconut milk.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cilantro - A handful, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Coconut milk - 1 cup
- Green bell pepper - 1, chopped
- Tomatoes - 2, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onions - 2, thinly sliced
- Eggs - 6
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, tomatoes, and bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the coconut milk, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Crack the eggs into the pan, one at a time, making sure not to break the yolks.
- Cover the pan and cook until the eggs are done to your liking, about 5-7 minutes for soft yolks.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g