The best breakfast in under 30 minutes!
The best breakfast in under 30 minutes! is a easy Middle Eastern recipe that serves 2. 320 calories per serving. Recipe by Moribyan on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 50 min
Cost: $4.77 total, $2.38 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra-virgin, for sautéing)
- 1 small Onion (peeled and finely diced; optional but adds sweetness)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (seeded and diced)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste (concentrated tomato flavor)
- 2 medium Fresh Tomatoes (roughly chopped; can substitute canned diced tomatoes (400 g))
- 1 cup Water (adjust for desired sauce thickness)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (sweet or smoked, according to preference)
- ½ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (optional for heat)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (chopped; plus extra for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped; plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Mint (sprinkled at the end)
- 4 large Eggs (room temperature)
- 2 slices Crusty Bread (such as baguette or sourdough, for dipping)
Instructions
Heat Oil and Sauté Aromatics
Place the skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, then add the diced onion (if using) and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium heat
Add Red Bell Pepper
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and continue to sauté for another 3 minutes until it softens.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: medium heat
Incorporate Tomato Paste
Add the tomato paste, stirring quickly to coat the vegetables. Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: medium heat
Add Fresh Tomatoes
Add the chopped fresh tomatoes (or canned diced tomatoes). Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: medium heat
Simmer the Sauce
Pour in 1 cup of water, then add ground cumin, paprika, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: low simmer
Finish with Fresh Herbs
Stir in the chopped cilantro and parsley, reserving a small amount for garnish. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Time: PT2M
Poach the Eggs
Make four small wells in the sauce and gently crack one egg into each well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with the lid, and cook for 5–7 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
Time: PT6M
Temperature: low heat
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle the dried mint and the reserved fresh cilantro/parsley over the top. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 14 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 15 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten (if using regular bread), Dairy‑free
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat (bread)
Last updated: April 17, 2026






