Shakshuka
Amazingly delicious Mediterranean dish of eggs poached with tomatoes
Looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that's packed with flavors? Look no further than this mouthwatering shakshuka recipe.
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Recipe Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Servings:
5 people
use two eggs per person
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
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Hailing from the Mediterranean region, shakshuka is a delightful combination of poached eggs in a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner. Get ready to indulge in the flavors of this classic Mediterranean favorite!
Shakshuka (Arabic: شكشوكة : šakšūkah, also spelled Shakshouka or chakchouka) is an easy, healthy breakfast (or any time of the day) recipe commonly made in Israel and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa. It’s a simple combination of simmering tomatoes, onions, garlic, spices, and gently poached eggs. It’s nourishing, filling, and a recipe you're guaranteed to make time and again.
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green, yellow, or red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- A dozen green olives
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or cayenne pepper (optional, for added heat!)
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 4-6 large eggs
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Fetta cheese crumbles (optional)
- Crusty bread or pita, for serving
- Salt and pepper to taste
Steps to make it:
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the pan and sauté until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for an additional minute to release the flavors.
- Pour the diced tomatoes, including their juices, into the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the tomato mixture for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Create small wells in the sauce using a spoon, and carefully crack the eggs into each well. Cover the pan and let the eggs poach in the tomato sauce for about 6-8 minutes, or until the egg whites are set, but the yolks are still slightly runny.
- Remove the pan from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley or cilantro over the top.
- Serve the shakshuka directly from the pan, along with crusty bread or pita for dipping and scooping up the flavorful sauce.
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Now you have the perfect recipe to make a flavorful and satisfying shakshuka dish at home. This classic Mediterranean recipe combines the richness of poached eggs with a robust tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dinner, shakshuka is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Serve it with crusty bread or pita for a complete and fulfilling meal. Get ready to savor the mouthwatering flavors of this beloved dish, and enjoy the culinary journey to the Mediterranean!
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Nutritional information provided is an estimate only. Please consult the labels of ingredients you use for more accurate results. Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels.
