Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) recipe perfect for breakfast

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

172

Sugar

Fat

13g

Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) are a traditional Portuguese recipe that has become a popular breakfast dish throughout the world. This meal is popular because it is easy to make, delicious, and nutritious. Eggs are high in protein, which is essential for building muscle and repairing tissues. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamins C and K, potassium, and calcium, which are important for maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and skin. Together, these ingredients make a meal that not only tastes great but is also good for you. So, why not try making Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) for your next breakfast or snack?

Instructions

1.	Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice into halves. Reserve.
2.	In a frying pan, heat the oil and sauté the chopped tomatoes.
3.	Add the tomato sauce or puree and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
4.	Arrange the egg halves on a serving dish and pour the tomato sauce on top.
5.	Serve the Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) with bread and enjoy!

PROS

Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) are delicious and easy to make, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

They are a low-calorie food high in protein and healthy fats, making them an excellent addition to a balanced diet.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste of the tomato sauce or puree used in this recipe.

It may be difficult to cook the sauce to the perfect consistency as the level of liquid in the tomatoes can vary.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Portuguese Hard-Boiled Eggs (Ovos Duros a Portuguesa) are a great source of protein and healthy fats such as omega-3 fatty acids.
They also contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that may help prevent eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration. Tomatoes are high in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, an antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

	3 large tomatoes
	tomato sauce or puree seasoned with salt , pepper and garlic
	salt and pepper
	oil
	6 hard-boiled eggs