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Chickpea Fried Eggs

Delicious Chickpea Fried Eggs for a Quick Protein Boost

Enjoy these Chickpea Fried Eggs, a high-protein vegetarian breakfast ready in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Chickpeas Pat dried for optimal crispiness.
  • 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes Chopped to elevate flavor.
For the Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Substitutable with regular paprika.
  • 2 large Eggs Use fresh quality eggs.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and pat dry one can of chickpeas. In a large skillet, add chickpeas, sundried tomatoes, and smoked paprika. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Lower heat and remove half the chickpeas, creating holes. Drizzle oil from the sundried tomato jar into each hole.
  3. Crack an egg into each hole and cook for 3-5 minutes, basting the egg whites with oil until cooked to your liking.
  4. Slide the Chickpea Fried Eggs onto a plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pat dry chickpeas for crispiness. Baste eggs for even cooking. Oil the skillet to prevent sticking. Monitor heat to avoid burning.

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