Pin Recipe A vibrant, budget-friendly North African dish featuring poached eggs in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
I discovered shakshuka while traveling and was amazed by its bold flavors and versatility. It quickly became my go-to recipe when I wanted something comforting but effortless.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
- Green bell pepper: 1, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (400 g/14 oz) or 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Sweet paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cayenne pepper: 1/4 teaspoon, optional for heat
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon, optional to balance acidity
- Eggs: 4 large
- Fresh parsley or cilantro: chopped, optional garnish
- Crusty bread: for serving, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and spices:
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Stir in cumin, paprika, cayenne (if using), and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make tomato sauce:
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), season with salt, pepper, and sugar if using. Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Taste and season:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add eggs:
- Make 4 wells in the sauce with a spoon. Crack an egg into each well.
- Cook eggs:
- Cover the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until whites are set but yolks are still soft.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.
Pin Recipe Our family loves sharing shakshuka straight from the skillet, dipping warm bread and enjoying a hearty meal together. Even picky eaters get excited about the runny eggs and robust tomato sauce.
Required Tools
Large skillet with lid, wooden spoon, knife and chopping board are all you need for this dish.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 210, Total Fat: 11 g, Carbohydrates: 17 g, Protein: 10 g
Variations
Add canned beans for protein or stir in chopped spinach for extra nutrition. Try using roasted peppers for a deeper flavor twist.
Pin Recipe Try shakshuka with different bread types or add your favorite fresh herbs on top for a new twist each time. Enjoy hot and savor every bite.