How to make Moroccan Bid and Matisha, Eggs and Tomatoes

I do not think there is a Moroccan living who has never tasted Bid and Matisha, or egg skillet with tomatoes. It is a basic dish that works for any meal. From breakfast to a light supper before bed, B&M is the ideal, light and fast snack.

B&M is also a great dish if you are on a budget, of either time or money. Eggs and tomatoes, the basic components, are cheap and readily available. They also both cook quickly.

Though the basic ingredients are in the name, I like to add onion, hot pepper, or bell pepper to give the dish an extra kick.

Let’s not waste time talking about it – it is time to get cooking!

You will need:

2 big tomatoes, grated

2 tablespoon of cilantro and parsley, chopped

4 eggs

1 clove of garlic, minced

1 teaspoon of cumin

½ teaspoon of salt

½ teaspoon of paprika

½ teaspoon of turmeric

¼ teaspoon of black pepper

½ teaspoon of cayenne (optional)

3 tablespoon of olive oil

Now we can start the preparation:

In a skillet heat oil over medium heat, add grated tomatoes, garlic, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add the spices and chopped cilantro and parsley, then stir until all the ingredients are mixed well.

Cook for about 5 minutes, until the tomatoes become a loose sauce.

When the tomato sauce is cooked well, crack the eggs into the sauce and cover the skillet. Leave to cook for 5 minutes or until the eggs are well poached.

 Serve immediately with bread and tea. Enjoy!