Skillet Eggs With Garam Masala and Tomatoes

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Heat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Step 2

   Add the oil to a large cast-iron skillet or other oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and a pinch of salt, and cook until tender and golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the bay leaf, cinnamon stick (if using), cardamom, garam masala, coriander, cumin, turmeric and red-pepper flakes. Stir continuously for 30 seconds to 1 minute until spices are fragrant.

3. Step 3

   Add the tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 cup water, and bring sauce to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer vigorously until the sauce has thickened, using the back of a spoon to crush the tomatoes, 6 to 8 minutes. Taste and add more salt as needed.

4. Step 4

   Carefully crack eggs over the sauce, and sprinkle lightly with salt. Bake uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the eggs are still soft but set. Serve sprinkled with more salt and chopped cilantro.