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Eggs On Fire

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Preparation time: 25 min
Serves 4 people
4.2 Average Rating

These eggs are on fire!

For the ones who love to spice it up in life, this chilli egg pasta dish is for you. Fried eggs, chilli flakes, spaghetti and more come together in just 25 minutes to create a dish that is a mouthwatering kick to the taste buds. 

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Ingredients

  • 350g spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 60g butter, diced
  • 4 extra-large eggs
  • 4 large cloves garlic, chopped
  • 8-10 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried chilli flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Slice red chilli and chopped parsley to garnish (optional)

Method

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  1. Cook spaghetti according to packet instructions. Drain, reserving ⅓ cup of pasta water.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add eggs and season with salt and pepper. Cook until whites are crisp and set, and yolks are jammy. Transfer to a plate. Keep warm.
  3. Add remaining oil and butter to the same pan and stir in chilli flakes, garlic, and anchovies. Cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  4. Toss through hot spaghetti and the hot pasta water. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Divide spaghetti between four bowls and top with fried egg. Drizzle over any pan sauce. Serve immediately topped with sliced red chilli and chopped parsley.

Notes

●     Use good quality jar anchovies packed in oil available from supermarkets and delis

Nutrition Per Serve

  • 188g Serving size
  • 2410kJ 576kcal Energy
  • 17.9g Protein
  • 35.7g Total fat
  • 12.7g Saturated fat
  • 44.5g Carbs (total)
  • 1.2g Carbs (sugar)
  • 636mg Sodium
  • 4.8µg Vitamin D

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Overall Rating

Average Rating: 4.2

2 reviews

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