Shakshuka (Poached Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce)
Shakshuka, a vibrant North African and Middle Eastern dish, features perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch. With its bold flavors and stunning presentation, Shakshuka is sure to impress your guests and leave you craving more. Serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate dipping experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: North African/Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 4 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in diced tomatoes with salt and pepper; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Create small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set to your liking (about 5 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg