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Two perfectly fried eggs served over crispy seasoned chickpeas, a delicious Chickpea Fried Eggs Recipe.

Chickpea Fried Eggs Recipe

This recipe offers a gluten-free, protein-rich breakfast using chickpeas as a base for fried eggs. It is a quick vegetarian dish that uses simple spices to create a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon za'atar
  • 1 tablespoon Calabrian chile paste
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • To taste Kosher salt such as Diamond Crystal
  • To taste Freshly ground black pepper
For Serving
  • Optional Fresh dill and mint

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Large pan

Method
 

  1. Add the chickpeas to a large bowl. Use a paper towel and mix around the chickpeas to remove any excess water. Mix in the za'atar, chile paste, and season with salt to taste. Set aside.
  2. Put a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add half the chickpeas to the pan and toast, stirring often so they do not pop. Cook the chickpeas for 2 to 3 minutes. Then shape them into two circles with small empty pockets in the center.
  3. Crack two eggs into the pan, aiming the yolk for the center of the chickpea circles. Tilt the pan to the side, letting any spicy oil pool to the side. Baste the egg whites with this spicy oil for 30 to 60 seconds, until the egg whites are cooked through.
  4. Remove these two eggs from the pan, scooping out any straggler chickpeas with them. Repeat with the remaining olive oil, chickpeas, and eggs.
  5. Garnish with black pepper, dill, and mint and eat immediately.

Notes

This recipe was developed to provide a satisfying breakfast option after a dietary change. The chickpeas create a texture similar to a fried egg base, allowing you to enjoy familiar comfort food flavors while eating plant-based ingredients.

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