This rustic Cajun comfort dish starts by slowly browning tomato sauce in oil, building it layer by layer into a deep, rich gravy with classic Louisiana depth. Onions, garlic, and Cajun seasoning add warmth, while stock creates a silky, full-bodied sauce that is never watery. Finished with boiled eggs, this dish is perfect over rice, grits, French bread, or any plate that needs a taste of the bayou.

INGREDIENTS 

Boiled Eggs

6 large eggs, boiled and peeled

Salt and black pepper

Tomato Gravy

1. Prepare the Eggs

Boil eggs until firm, about 10 minutes. Cool, peel, and set aside. Slice in half or leave whole.

2. Heat the Oil

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3. Brown the Tomato Sauce in Layers

Add 2–3 tablespoons of tomato sauce to the hot oil. Let it cook and brown until darker and thicker. Add another small amount of tomato sauce and brown again. Continue this process until the entire can of tomato sauce has been browned.

4. Add the Onions and Garlic

Stir in the diced onions and cook until softened and blended into the sauce, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

5. Build the Gravy and Reduce

Begin adding chicken stock or water a small splash at a time, stirring after each addition. Allow the gravy to loosen, then thicken again as it cooks. Continue until all stock has been added and the gravy is smooth and silky. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rich and full-bodied.

6. Season

Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar if needed. Stir in fresh parsley.

7. Add the Eggs

Nestle the boiled eggs into the gravy and spoon sauce over them. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes.

8. Serve

Serve over rice, grits, French bread, roasted potatoes, sautéed greens, or pasta. Garnish generously with green onions and parsley.

SERVING IDEAS 

• Serve over steamed rice or creamy grits

• Spoon over toasted French bread

• Pair with sautéed greens or roasted vegetables

• Add to a comfort-food dinner spread

NOTES

• Browning the tomato sauce in layers creates classic Cajun depth

• Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for extra heat

• Halved eggs absorb more sauce, while whole eggs stay firmer

  
   

RECIPE PAIRINGS AND HELPFUL LINKS

• Pair with other Cajun comfort-food dishes

• Serve alongside Southern vegetables or greens

• Link to your Gumbo, Stews & Roux or Cajun & Creole Classics category page

• Link to your Amazon storefront for cast-iron skillets or ladles