Shakshuka (Spiced Tomato & Egg Skillet)
Shakshuka is a flavorful dish of eggs poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce. It's quick, vibrant, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Here's a simple version that's fresh, hearty, and delicious with bread on the side.


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Ingredients 🛒
2 tbsp olive oil
3 large eggs
4 ripe tomatoes (peeled and chopped)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp oregano
Salt & pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, coriander, feta cheese, mint leaves, for topping
Instructions 🧑🍳
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped tomatoes, red onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Cover and cook for 10 minutes (if the sauce looks dry, add a splash of water).
Uncover and cook for another 5 minutes.
Peel and mash the tomatoes until you get a chunky sauce.
Stir in paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Make small wells in the sauce and crack in the eggs. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolk is slightly runny.
Top with coriander, parsley, crumbled feta, and fresh mint.
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Calories (Per serving)
Approx. 210 calories per serving (based on 2 servings)...
How To Serve 🍴
With sourdough, baguette, or pita bread.
Alongside a fresh cucumber-tomato salad.
With avocado slices for extra creaminess.
Ingredient Modifications & Substitutions
Use canned chopped tomatoes if fresh ones aren't available.
Swap red bell pepper for yellow or green, or you can even use all if desired.
Add chili flakes or fresh chili for extra spice.
For a richer sauce, stir in 1 tbsp tomato sauce.
Skip feta for a dairy-free version.
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