Description
Experience the warmth of Shakshuka, a vibrant dish featuring poached eggs nestled in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. This easy one-pan meal bursts with flavor and is perfect for brunch or cozy dinners. With fresh ingredients and customizable spice levels, Shakshuka is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Create small wells in the sauce and gently crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook until the egg whites are set but yolks remain runny (about 5-7 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh herbs and crumbled feta if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg