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Easy Shakshuka Recipe

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A comforting and flavorful Middle Eastern breakfast dish featuring eggs poached in a spicy, savory tomato and bell pepper sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and perfect served with warm pita bread.

Ingredients

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Shakshuka Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes

Eggs and Garnish

  • 6 eggs
  • Freshly chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat until hot. Add the finely diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the peppers soften.
  2. Add Spices and Tomatoes: Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and salt to the pan. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and mix well to combine all ingredients. Reduce the heat to low to allow the sauce to gently simmer.
  3. Add Eggs and Cook: Using the back of a spoon, create six small wells in the tomato sauce. Crack one egg into each well. Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the eggs reach your preferred doneness: 3-5 minutes for over easy, 6-8 minutes for over medium, and 9-12 minutes for over hard eggs.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Once the eggs are cooked, sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro and parsley over the top. Serve the shakshuka warm with pita bread or enjoy directly with a fork.

Notes

  • Adjust the cooking time of the eggs depending on your preferred yolk texture.
  • Use fresh herbs to enhance flavor and presentation.
  • Serve with warm pita or crusty bread to scoop up the delicious sauce.
  • Can be made spicier by adding chili flakes or hot paprika.

Keywords: Shakshuka, Eggs in tomato sauce, Middle Eastern breakfast, Healthy breakfast, Gluten free, One pan meal

Find it online: https://kitchenbynora.com/easy-shakshuka-recipe/