Shakshuka with Tomatoes Eggs (Print Version)

A flavorful North African dish showcasing eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 1 large onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 green bell pepper, chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juice or 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - Salt and black pepper to taste
10 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

→ Eggs

11 - 4 large eggs

→ Garnish (optional)

12 - Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
13 - Crusty bread, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add onion and bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to release aroma.
03 - Add ground cumin, sweet paprika, and cayenne pepper if using, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Stir in diced tomatoes with their juices, season with salt, pepper, and optional sugar, then simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
05 - Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or sugar as needed to balance flavors.
06 - Create four wells in the sauce and carefully crack one egg into each well.
07 - Cover the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain soft.
08 - Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with crusty bread.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Full of flavor and satisfying for any meal
02 -
  • Shakshuka is naturally dairy-free and nut-free, making it suitable for many diets
  • For extra nutrition, add beans or spinach to the sauce
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes or a small chopped chili with the garlic
  • You can swap bell pepper for any color or use jarred roasted peppers for convenience
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