Persian Spinach and Eggs (Nargesi)
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Persian Spinach and Eggs (Nargesi)
Description
This recipe begins with sautéing sliced red onion in olive oil until translucent, then adding minced garlic and baby spinach. The spinach is cooked down in batches until wilted and the liquid evaporates. Turmeric, salt, and black pepper are added to season the greens, providing color and subtle earthiness.
Wells are made in the spinach mixture for cracked eggs, which are then covered and cooked to preferred doneness, ranging from slightly runny to firm yolks. The resulting dish features a combination of sautéed tender spinach and softly cooked eggs.
Nargesi is traditionally served warm, often accompanied by breads such as lavash, pita, barbari, or pide, making it a filling breakfast or light meal. It can also be refrigerated and reheated gently, retaining both texture and flavor.
Frozen or canned spinach can substitute fresh spinach if properly drained. Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to two days.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Lb baby spinach
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 5 large egg
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Saute the onion until translucent.
- Add in the garlic and spinach. You might need to add the spinach in two batches. Cook until the spinach is wilted and the excess liquid is evaporated. Add the turmeric, salt and pepper.
- Using a spoon, make wells in the pan and crack the eggs in the wells.
- Cover with a lid and cook for 3 to 8 minutes, until the eggs are done to your liking.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- You may use frozen or canned spinach; thaw and squeeze dry before adding.
- Serve with traditional flatbreads like lavash, pita, barbari, or pide for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 2 days, reheating gently in a microwave or pan.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 233mg | 78% |
| Sodium | 471mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 776mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 10972IU | 219% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 16% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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