Shakshuka is an easy, healthy breakfast (or any time of day) recipe in Israel and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa.
It is a simple combination of simmering tomatoes, onions, garlic, spices and gently poached eggs.
It is nourishing, filling and one recipe I guarantee you’ll make time and again for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil
- Peeled tomatoes
- 6 large eggs
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Preparation
Step 1
Using a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil on medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add garlic and spices and cook an additional minute, until golden brown
Step 3
Pour in the tomatoes and ¼ cup of water into the pan and break down the tomatoes using a large spoon. Season the mixture with salt and pepper and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Step 4
Use your cooking stick to make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into each of the separate well.
Step 5
Cover the pan and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the eggs are done to your liking.
Step 6
Garnish with chopped cilantro and enjoy with chapati, naan or bread.
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