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Yemeni Lahsa
This Yemeni Lahsa recipe features a savory base of sautéed onions and tomatoes, seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, along with tomato puree. Three eggs are then cracked into wells in the simmering sauce, topped with liquid cheese, and cooked until set. It's a flavorful and hearty dish, often enjoyed for breakfast or brunch.
#Yemeni
#Lahsa
#Breakfast
#Eggs
#Middle Eastern
#Savory
#Tomato
#Cheese
Chopping fresh vegetables for the Lahsa base
Recipe Information
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Yemeni
English
Nutrition (per serving)
230
Calories
12g
Protein
5g
Carbs
17g
Fat
Rich tomato sauce simmering with spices
Ingredients
Servings: 2
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Eggs nestled in sauce, topped with creamy cheese
Instructions
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- Start by chopping the large onion, ripe tomatoes, and spicy chilies (if using) into small pieces.5mPreview5mPreviewStart by chopping the large onion, ripe tomatoes, and spicy chilies (if using) into small pieces.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it starts to soften and turn light brown, about 5 minutes.5m
Preview5mPreviewHeat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it starts to soften and turn light brown, about 5 minutes. - Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 tablespoon of tomato puree.2m
Preview2mPreviewAdd the chopped tomatoes to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 tablespoon of tomato puree. - Stir everything well and continue cooking the tomato mixture until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.5mPreview5mPreviewStir everything well and continue cooking the tomato mixture until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Create three small wells in the tomato sauce using the back of a spoon and carefully crack one egg into each well.1m
Preview1mPreviewCreate three small wells in the tomato sauce using the back of a spoon and carefully crack one egg into each well. - Drizzle or dollop a generous amount of liquid cheese over the eggs in the pan.1mPreview1mPreviewDrizzle or dollop a generous amount of liquid cheese over the eggs in the pan.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks reach your desired doneness (runny or firm).7m
Preview7mPreviewCover the pan with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks reach your desired doneness (runny or firm). - Remove from heat and serve the Yemeni Lahsa immediately, ideally with fresh bread for dipping.1m
Preview1mPreviewRemove from heat and serve the Yemeni Lahsa immediately, ideally with fresh bread for dipping.
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