Are you tired of boring breakfast routines? Get ready to transform your morning meal with a mind-blowing culinary experience that combines the bold flavors of Korean cuisine and the comforting simplicity of eggs in purgatory! This Spicy Gochujang Eggs in Purgatory isn't just a recipe—it's a flavor explosion that will awaken your taste buds and make you fall in love with breakfast all over again. Imagine a vibrant, crimson sauce studded with perfectly cooked eggs, delivering a perfect balance of heat, richness, and pure deliciousness that will have you craving this dish morning after morning.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Korean
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by mincing garlic, measuring out gochujang, and having eggs ready at room temperature.
- Heat olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in tomato sauce and stir in gochujang, whisking until the sauce is smooth and evenly combined. The sauce should have a vibrant red color and spicy aroma.
- Reduce heat to low-medium and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken.
- Create small wells in the sauce by using the back of a spoon, spacing them evenly apart.
- Carefully crack each egg into its own well, ensuring the yolks remain intact.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish generously with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately, preferably with crusty bread or rice to soak up the spicy, rich sauce.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Use room temperature eggs for more even cooking and to prevent cracking.
- Gochujang Selection: Choose a high-quality gochujang for the best flavor intensity and authentic Korean taste.
- Sauce Consistency: Simmer the sauce slowly to develop deep flavors and achieve the right thickness.
- Egg Precision: Create gentle wells in the sauce to help eggs cook evenly and maintain beautiful, runny yolks.
- Don't Overcook: Watch your eggs carefully—the magic is in the slightly runny, golden yolks.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with crusty sourdough, warm pita, or steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh cilantro adds a bright, fresh contrast to the rich, spicy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 274kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 372mg
