Shakshuka
African

Shakshuka

A vibrant, flavorful dish with poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce, traditionally enjoyed in African cuisine.

Total Time45 minutes
Servings4
Difficulty
hard
Cost
Medium
Nutrition (per serving)
0
Calories
16
Protein
14
Carbs
18
Fat
4
Fiber
0g
Sodium
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 large eggs
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
  • Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. 3Stir in garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. 4Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. 5Make small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks are still runny.
  6. 6Remove from heat and top with fresh parsley or cilantro and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
  7. 7Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
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