Imagine waking up to a breakfast that's not just a meal, but a flavor explosion that transforms your ordinary morning into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Our Instant Pot Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce is that game-changing recipe that will revolutionize how you think about breakfast, combining the comfort of perfectly cooked eggs with the bold, zesty kick of Italian-inspired tomato sauce. In just 20 minutes, you'll create a dish that looks like it came straight from a gourmet restaurant kitchen, but can be effortlessly prepared in your own Instant Pot.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by finely chopping the onion and mincing the garlic cloves.
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Add olive oil and heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly golden, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 30 seconds to release their aromatic flavors.
- Pour in the can of diced tomatoes, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic mixture. Season with salt to taste.
- Carefully crack the eggs directly into the tomato sauce, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and switch to Manual/Pressure Cook mode.
- Cook on high pressure for 3-4 minutes for slightly runny yolks, or 5 minutes for more firm eggs.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Open the lid and check that eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Serve hot directly from the Instant Pot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- For the best flavor, use fresh garlic and high-quality canned tomatoes.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice tolerance - start with less and add more if needed.
- Don't overcook the eggs - 3-4 minutes will give you beautifully runny yolks, while 5 minutes creates firmer eggs.
- Use the quick release method to prevent overcooking and maintain the perfect egg texture.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can add a bright, fresh finish to the dish.
- Serve with crusty bread or toast to soak up the delicious spicy tomato sauce.
- For a complete meal, consider adding crumbled feta or grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 190mg
