Uova in Purgatorio (Eggs in Purgatory)

Name: Uova in Purgatorio (Eggs in Purgatory)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 3 black Italian olives, pitted and chopped, or more to taste; 1 teaspoon capers; 1 anchovy fillet in oil, drained; 7 ounces passata (crushed tomatoes); 0.5 cup water; 1 sprig chopped fresh parsley; salt to taste; 2 eggs

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This traditional Italian recipe for eggs in purgatory gently poaches eggs in a delicious homemade tomato sauce flavored with garlic and capers. This hearty dish makes a very tasty breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Serve with toast.

Submitted by linacavezza

Updated on June 10, 2024

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 black Italian olives, pitted and chopped, or more to taste
1 teaspoon capers
1 anchovy fillet in oil, drained
7 ounces Italian tomato sauce (crushed tomatoes)
½ cup water
1 sprig chopped fresh parsley
salt to taste
2 large eggs

Directions

Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add garlic, olives, capers, and anchovy; cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomato sauce and water, bring to a boil, and simmer until flavors combine, about 10 minutes. Add parsley and season with salt.
Gently add eggs directly into tomato sauce without breaking the yolks. Cook until eggs are just cooked, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

245	Calories
20g	Fat
10g	Carbs
9g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 245
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	26%
Saturated Fat 4g	19%
Cholesterol 188mg	63%
Sodium 470mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	3%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 9g	18%
Vitamin C 28mg	31%
Calcium 96mg	7%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 454mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.