Sardinian Hard Boiled Eggs Uova Alla Sarda
Experience the vibrant flavors of Sardinia with Uova Alla Sarda, a rustic dish of hard-boiled eggs nestled in a zesty tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. This traditional recipe highlights simple, high-quality ingredients like capers, fresh parsley, and basil, creating a harmonious balance of tangy, savory, and aromatic notes. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, these eggs are gently simmered in the sauce, allowing them to absorb its rich Mediterranean essence. Pair with crusty bread to soak up every last drop and bring an authentic taste of Sardinia to your table in just 30 minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 small garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
Place the eggs in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Once cooked, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Peel the eggs once they are cool enough to handle, and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the garlic and onion. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Chop the parsley and basil leaves. Add them to the sauce along with the capers, and stir well to combine. Simmer the sauce for an additional 2 minutes.
Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and gently place them into the skillet with the sauce, yolk-side up.
Spoon some of the sauce over the eggs and let them warm in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on low heat.
Remove from the heat and serve warm, garnished with additional parsley or basil if desired. Pair with crusty bread for an authentic Sardinian experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
706 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.3 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 1710 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1469 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
