Description
A quick and flavorful Chickpea Fried Egg recipe combining spicy chickpeas and a perfectly cooked egg, topped with feta cheese and fresh cilantro. This dish offers a nutritious and satisfying meal in just 10 minutes, perfect for breakfast or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Chickpea Mixture
- ⅓ cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 tsp chili paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Egg and Garnish
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh chopped cilantro, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the pan: Place a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing it to warm up before adding other ingredients.
- Cook chickpeas: Add the cooked chickpeas along with chili paste to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the chickpeas absorb the chili flavor.
- Add paprika and shape: Sprinkle paprika over the chickpea mixture and stir. Then shape the mixture into a circle in the pan, leaving a small empty pocket in the center for the egg.
- Crack the egg: Carefully crack the egg into the center pocket of the chickpea circle, making sure the yolk stays intact.
- Season and cook egg: Season the egg with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the egg white is fully set and the yolk is cooked to your preference.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked, top the dish with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful chickpea fried egg.
Notes
- Use canned chickpeas for convenience, just rinse and drain before cooking.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to control heat level.
- For a runnier yolk, reduce cooking time slightly.
- Crumbled feta adds a tangy contrast but can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- Serve with toast or a side salad for a complete meal.
