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    Aug 22, 2020

    Egg Stew (Nigerian Egg Sauce)

    Published on Aug 22, 2020. Updated on Apr 9, 2021. By Tayo. This post may contain affiliate links. See Disclosure. 17 Comments

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    This egg stew recipe is one of the easiest and quickest Nigerian stews you can make. It tastes incredible and will leave you begging for more!

    This egg stew is a must on your Nigerian keto diet

    Egg stew is a favorite in many households in Nigeria due to its versatility. You can eat it any time of the day - for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 20 minutes is all it takes from start to finish.

    This egg sauce recipe might look like a light dish but looks can be deceiving. It is actually very filling and nutritious. It is also beginner-friendly, so you can't go wrong with it!

    Ingredients used in making Nigerian Egg Stew

    picture of eggs with tomatoes and peppers

    Eggs: I use six large eggs for this recipe. If you use small eggs, they might completely disappear into the stew, so you'll have to increase the quantity.

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    Vegetables: Plum tomatoes, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, onion, and garlic. I like to use plum (roma) tomatoes for this recipe because they are juicy enough but not too watery.

    Spices: Curry, thyme, bouillon, and salt - just a few spices that really pack a punch in flavor!

    Olive oil: Used to sauté the vegetables and cook the eggs.

    How to make Egg Stew

    Coarsely blend the tomatoes, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, and half an onion in a blender. You can blend it smoothly or chop it with a knife, but I think a coarse texture makes the flavor really stand out!

    When blending the vegetables, do not add any water to it. Tomatoes already contain water, and this helps the blender move smoothly.

    Chop the other half onion and mince the garlic. Break and whisk the eggs and set aside.

    I use a cast iron pan for this recipe because it helps the egg stew heat evenly without burning. Pour some olive oil into the pan, and sauté the onion and garlic till fragrant.

    Pour in the blended tomatoes and pepper mix and stir. Let it simmer on medium-high heat until most of the liquid has evaporated. Watch carefully and stir if you need to, so that it doesn't begin to burn.

    blend tomatoes pepper and onions

    Add in your spices - curry, thyme, and bouillon and let it simmer for 2 more minutes.

    Pour in the eggs and let it cook a bit before you stir. If you stir immediately, the eggs will completely dissolve into the stew. Waiting just a little bit ensures that the eggs will begin to cook before mixed into the stew.

    Stir the eggs until they are well mixed in, and cook for about a minute or two. Taste for salt and add if you need some.

    pour the egg into the blended tomato and pepper mix

    Serve and enjoy!

    This egg stew recipe contains 4 servings and 5 net carbs per serving. It keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    Tips when making Nigerian Egg Stew

    • If you want your egg stew to have larger chunks, after pouring it in, wait a bit longer and stir slowly.
    • If you want the pieces smaller, stir them quickly after pouring them in to break them up.
    • The recipe calls for 6 large eggs. If you want to use small eggs, use 7 or 8.
    Egg stew is perfect for a low carb diet

    What do I eat with Nigerian egg stew?

    Nigerian egg stew is traditionally eaten with yams, potatoes, bread, or rice. For a keto-friendly meal, serve with cauliflower rice or low-carb bread.

    Check out these other low-carb egg recipes!

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    nigerian egg sauce served over cauliflower rice
    nigerian egg stew makes a great breakfast

    Egg Stew (Nigerian Egg Sauce)

    This egg stew recipe is one of the easiest and quickest Nigerian stews you can make. It tastes incredible and will leave you begging for more!
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    Course: Soups & Stews
    Cuisine: African
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 358kcal
    Author: Tayo Oredola
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    Ingredients

    • 6 eggs large
    • 2 tomatoes
    • ½ onion
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • 1 red bell pepper
    • 1 habanero pepper
    • 1 teaspoon curry
    • ½ teaspoon thyme
    • 1 tablespoon bouillon
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Coarsely blend the tomatoes, red bell pepper, habanero pepper, and half of the onion.
    • Chop the other half onion and mince the garlic.
    • Break and whisk the eggs.
    • Saute the onions and garlic in olive oil till fragrant.
    • Pour in the blended tomatoes and pepper mix and stir.
    • Let simmer for 5 mins on medium-high heat or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
    • Add the curry, thyme, and bouillon and let it cook for 2 more minutes.
    • Pour in the eggs, wait 2 mins, then stir.
    • Stir the eggs till they are well mixed in.
    • Taste for salt and add if you need some.
    • Garnish with your herb of choice and enjoy!

    Notes

    This egg stew recipe contains 4 servings and 5 net carbs per serving.
    • If you want your egg stew to have larger chunks, after pouring it in, wait a bit longer and stir slowly.
    • If you want the pieces smaller, stir it quickly after pouring it in to break up the pieces.
    • The recipe calls for 6 large eggs. If you want to use small eggs, use 7 or 8.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 246mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2021IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Excitement says

      January 05, 2023 at 7:57 am

      5 stars
      I love it!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        January 05, 2023 at 9:49 am

        I'm glad you love my egg stew!

        Reply
    2. Chelsea says

      December 25, 2022 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      Im not Nigerian, but my partner is. Making him this for Christmas breakfast made him very happy. easy to follow and full of flavor! thank you so much

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        December 26, 2022 at 12:10 am

        I'm so glad you both enjoyed my egg stew!

        Reply
    3. Ody says

      November 19, 2022 at 7:41 am

      This looks amazing! May I please ask what type of bouillon you use as the link is not working. Can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        November 23, 2022 at 7:52 pm

        I like to use chicken or beef flavors.

        Reply
      • GP says

        November 29, 2022 at 2:35 pm

        Maggi tomatoe and chicken boullion is the best.... if you can find. I found at international store. Way too expensive on Amazon.

        Reply
    4. JJay says

      October 19, 2022 at 4:01 pm

      5 stars
      I was in Lagos Nigeria about a month ago and the hotel where I was staying served this as an option each morning for breakfast. That was my first time ever hearing of or tasting the dish. I was in love. So here I am today, reflecting to that lovely breakfast and decided to google a recipe! Thanks so much for sharing this! What a gem! I absolutely love it!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        November 04, 2022 at 10:12 am

        I'm so glad you loved my egg recipe. It's one of my family favorites too!

        Reply
    5. Lola says

      July 02, 2022 at 2:16 pm

      Amazing recipe. Tastes like my childhood. Thanks so much

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        July 12, 2022 at 12:31 pm

        You're welcome, Lola!

        Reply
    6. Bibi says

      March 24, 2021 at 3:26 pm

      Looks yummy, will definitely try it out

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        March 24, 2021 at 3:32 pm

        I hope you enjoy it, Bibi!

        Reply
    7. Trishe says

      January 25, 2021 at 6:31 pm

      5 stars
      I had no idea what I could eat but came across this simple & delicious recipe. Definitely adding in my rotation for meatless Mondays. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        January 27, 2021 at 11:41 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed the egg sauce, Trishe. We have this every week at my house!

        Reply
    8. Sharon Joshua says

      December 12, 2020 at 10:41 am

      Thank you for all this healthy recipes

      Reply
      • Tayo says

        December 12, 2020 at 2:48 pm

        You are so welcome, Sharon!

        Reply

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