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Shakshuka Recipe

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and comforting skillet of eggs gently poached in a spiced tomato and red pepper sauce, topped with feta and fresh parsley. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add olive oil, then sauté chopped onion and red bell pepper for 5 to 7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, stir well, and simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Create small wells in the sauce and crack each egg into a well.
  5. Cover the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks are slightly runny.
  6. Sprinkle feta cheese and chopped parsley over the top.
  7. Serve warm directly from the skillet with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes.
  • The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • Adjust salt and spices to taste before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 285mg