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shakshuka-recipe

Shakshuka Recipe

A delicious Middle Eastern and North African dish of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, North African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 eggs
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, and coriander. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. 3. Pour in crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
  4. 4. Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into each well. Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 186mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Eggs, Shakshuka, Tomato
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