Hatched Eggs Recipe

A fiery fiesta in your mouth! This recipe, originally from our local newspaper, transforms simple bell peppers into delicious vessels for creamy scrambled eggs and melty cheese. Grilled to perfection for smoky flavor, these 'Hatched Eggs' are a unique and satisfying appetizer or light meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend brunch!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 167.5 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hatched Eggs

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How to Make Hatched Eggs

  1. Preheat grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the cut sides of the bell peppers with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  3. Grill or broil the peppers, cut-side down, for 5-7 minutes, until the skins char and the peppers begin to soften. Flip and repeat on the other side.
  4. Remove peppers from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Once cool enough to handle, peel off the charred skins.
  6. Make a t-shaped cut on the sided of each pepper, remove seeds and membranes.
  7. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add cumin to the oil and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  9. Pour in the eggs, salt, and pepper.
  10. Stir and scramble the eggs until cooked through but still slightly moist.
  11. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Once cool, stir in the shredded cheese.
  12. Spoon the egg mixture into each pepper half.
  13. Place the stuffed peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet or grill rack.
  14. Grill or bake on the lowest setting of a closed grill, or in a 350°F (175°C) oven, for 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. Serve immediately, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and snipped cilantro.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

17g

Carbs

2g