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Shakshuka

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πŸ… This Shakshuka recipe offers a healthy and flavorful traditional Middle Eastern breakfast that’s quick to prepare.
πŸ₯š Enjoy perfectly poached eggs in a rich, spiced tomato sauce that makes for a comforting and nutritious start to your day.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced

4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 teaspoons paprika

1 teaspoon cumin

ΒΌ teaspoon chili powder

1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes

6 large eggs

Salt and pepper to taste

1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1-First, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sautΓ© pan over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and 1 seeded and diced red bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

2-Next, stir in 4 finely chopped garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, and ΒΌ teaspoon chili powder, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.

3-Then, add 1 (28-ounce) can of whole peeled tomatoes with their juice, breaking the tomatoes into smaller pieces with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then bring to a simmer.

4-After that, use a spoon to create small wells in the sauce and crack 6 large eggs into the wells. Cover and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the eggs reach your desired doneness.

5-Finally, garnish with the chopped small bunch of fresh cilantro and the chopped small bunch of fresh parsley before serving. For a vegan twist, substitute the eggs with cubed tofu or chickpeas and simmer until heated through.

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Notes

πŸ§€ Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra flavor if dairy is suitable.
πŸ₯– Serve traditionally with pita bread or alongside avocado slices.
🍳 Use a stainless steel pan to avoid metallic taste and protect the pan from acidic tomatoes.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: SautΓ©ing and simmering
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 146
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 256 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 164 mg