Grilled Peppers with Eggs
Greg DuPree
Morgan Robinson, chef-owner of Smoke Open Fire catering company in Napa, creates lavish Argentinean-style asados (barbecues), often in the middle of vineyards. Unexpected and satisfying with a briny bite, this egg dish riffs on a recipe from one of those feasts.
Wine pairing: Maryhill 2016 Rosé of Sangiovese (Columbia Valley; $16).
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Heat a grill to medium high (about 450°) with an area cleared of coals (for charcoal grill) or a burner turned off (for gas) to make an indirect-heat area.
Step 2
2
Trim pepper stems, leaving bases (calyxes) intact, then cut peppers in half lengthwise. With a small knife, carefully remove seeds and veins, keeping peppers' shapes intact to hold eggs. Brush insides with 1 tbsp. oil (total) and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. salt.
Step 3
3
Grill pepper halves, cut side down, over direct heat, covered, until grill marks appear and peppers are slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet while you grill bread.
Step 4
4
Brush both sides of bread slices with 1 tbsp. oil (total). Grill over direct heat until lightly charred, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
5
Arrange one or two large sheets of slightly crumpled aluminum foil on indirect heat. Nestle peppers, cut sides up, into foil to keep them steady. Divide cheeses and olives among peppers. Crack an egg directly into each pepper, then sprinkle with half of parsley and chives and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt.
Step 6
6
Grill, covered, until white is set but yolk is still runny, 15 to 20 minutes. Top with remaining herbs, drizzle with oil, and serve with toasts.
Ingredients
4 large red bell peppers (about 8 oz. each)
About 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
8 to 12 slices rustic bread
1/2 cup coarsely shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup finely shredded pecorino cheese
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped pitted green olives
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
Directions
Step 1
1
Heat a grill to medium high (about 450°) with an area cleared of coals (for charcoal grill) or a burner turned off (for gas) to make an indirect-heat area.
Step 2
2
Trim pepper stems, leaving bases (calyxes) intact, then cut peppers in half lengthwise. With a small knife, carefully remove seeds and veins, keeping peppers' shapes intact to hold eggs. Brush insides with 1 tbsp. oil (total) and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. salt.
Step 3
3
Grill pepper halves, cut side down, over direct heat, covered, until grill marks appear and peppers are slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet while you grill bread.
Step 4
4
Brush both sides of bread slices with 1 tbsp. oil (total). Grill over direct heat until lightly charred, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
5
Arrange one or two large sheets of slightly crumpled aluminum foil on indirect heat. Nestle peppers, cut sides up, into foil to keep them steady. Divide cheeses and olives among peppers. Crack an egg directly into each pepper, then sprinkle with half of parsley and chives and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt.
Step 6
6
Grill, covered, until white is set but yolk is still runny, 15 to 20 minutes. Top with remaining herbs, drizzle with oil, and serve with toasts.
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