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Jammy Eggs with Savory Spinach – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Jammy Eggs with Savory Spinach

A nutritious and delicious meal of tender, savory spinach topped with perfectly jammy eggs, ready in under 30 minutes. This powerhouse of protein and greens is perfect for a hearty breakfast, a quick lunch, or a light, satisfying dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 serving
Calories: 414

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp (15 g / 0.53 oz) butter
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) whole mustard seeds
  • 1 tbsp (15 g / 0.53 oz) raw almonds, roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp (15 g / 0.53 oz) olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml / 0.1 fl oz) chili flakes, or to taste
  • ½ tsp (2.5 ml / 0.1 fl oz) sea salt, or to taste
  • Optional: Sliced avocado for serving
  • For a firmer yolk, let the eggs sit in the hot water for 9-10 minutes. For a runnier yolk, reduce the time to 4-5 minutes.
  • Toast the almonds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before chopping to deepen their nutty flavor and add more crunch.
  • Feel free to swap spinach with other hearty greens like kale or Swiss chard. Just be sure to cook them a bit longer until tender.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Prepare the Eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  4. Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the eggs sit for 6-7 minutes for jammy yolks. Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  5. Sauté Aromatics: While the eggs cook, heat 3 tbsp (45 ml) of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
  6. Add the mustard seeds and cook for about 30 seconds, or until they begin to pop.
  7. Wilt the Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the skillet, working in batches if necessary.
  8. Stir continuously until all the spinach has wilted, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Season and Finish: Stir in the butter, sea salt, and chili flakes.
  10. Cook for another minute until the butter is melted and everything is well combined.
  11. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped almonds.
  12. Assemble and Serve: Gently peel the cooled eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
  13. Arrange the cooked spinach on two plates, top with the egg halves, and scatter the olives over the top. Optionally, serve with sliced avocado and a final drizzle of olive oil.
  14. Add a clove of minced garlic or a finely chopped shallot to the oil with the mustard seeds for an extra layer of savory flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 4.1gProtein: 17.7gFat: 36.8g

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