Shakshuka is a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish featuring poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce. This robust and flavorful dish is great for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. The cooking process involves simmering a rich tomato sauce with peppers, onions, and spices before gently poaching eggs in the sauce. Its appeal lies in the combination of savory, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors that blend wonderfully with creamy egg yolks. It is best served with crusty bread or pita for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 2 whole bell peppers, chopped
- 1 whole onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 6 whole eggs
- salt
- pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped bell peppers and onion; sauté for 7-8 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, a pinch of salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Using a spoon, create small wells in the sauce for the eggs.
- Gently crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until eggs are set to your preference.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or pita.
Keywords: Poached Eggs, Vegetarian, Healthy, Quick, Breakfast, Middle Eastern
Spice Rack: Cumin, Paprika
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