Description
Strapatsada is a classic Greek dish featuring fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with a rich tomato sauce and topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley. This vibrant and comforting breakfast or brunch recipe combines fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and tomato paste for a flavorful base, enriched by creamy eggs and the salty tang of feta. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered depending on size
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons water
Toppings and Serving
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
- Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Prep the eggs: Add the eggs to a medium bowl along with the salt and pepper, then beat them until smooth and well combined, preparing them for cooking.
- Sauté the fresh tomatoes: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the halved or quartered cherry tomatoes, lightly season with salt, and cook while stirring occasionally. Let them soften, brown slightly, and release their juices, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Finish the tomato sauce: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté with the tomatoes for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste and water, mixing well. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
- Cook the eggs: Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the beaten eggs into the skillet with the tomato sauce. Gently stir the mixture, cooking slowly until the eggs are just set and form soft, pillowy curds. Take care not to overcook to keep the eggs tender.
- Finish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the eggs, then add the minced fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately alongside thick slices of crusty bread to scoop up the flavorful tomato and feta-infused eggs.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Adjust salt to taste, especially if your feta cheese is particularly salty.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and warmth.
- To make it vegetarian, ensure your feta cheese is made with vegetarian enzymes.
- You can add a pinch of dried oregano or chili flakes for an extra flavor boost.
- For a dairy-free option, omit feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Keywords: Strapatsada, Greek scrambled eggs, tomato feta eggs, Mediterranean breakfast, tomato sauce eggs, feta cheese eggs
