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Shakshuka

The Middle East's most beloved breakfast — eggs poached in a spiced, smoky tomato and pepper sauce, finished with feta and fresh herbs. Eaten straight from the pan with crusty bread.

Total Time

35 min

Servings

4

Cuisine

Middle Eastern

Rating

4.7 (489)

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cans (800g) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 red bell peppers, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 100g feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley and cilantro
  • Crusty bread to serve

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion and peppers until soft, 8 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add tomatoes. Season with salt. Simmer 15 minutes until sauce thickens.

  4. 4

    Make 6 wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on medium-low until whites are set but yolks are still runny, 8-10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Top with crumbled feta and fresh herbs. Serve directly from the pan with crusty bread.

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Nutrition Highlights

Per serving

280

kcal

Calories

16

g

Protein

18

g

Carbs

16

g

Fat

Dietary Info

vegetarian
gluten-free

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