Description
Easy Shakshuka is a vibrant, flavorful dish that elevates your breakfast experience with poached eggs nestled in a spicy, rich tomato sauce. This Mediterranean delight combines aromatic spices like cumin and paprika to create an irresistible meal that’s perfect for busy mornings or relaxed brunches. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, Easy Shakshuka can turn even the most dedicated breakfast skeptics into fans. Serve it straight from the skillet with crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 6 large eggs
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes (juice included), then season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Make wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover and cook until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny (approximately 5–6 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro before serving directly from the skillet with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg