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Shakshuka

Shakshuka

Easy Shakshuka recipe with eggs poached in spiced tomato sauce, ready in 20 minutes and perfect with crusty bread.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick & Easy Meals
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Using a spoon, make 6 small wells in the tomato sauce.
  5. Crack one egg into each well. Cover the skillet with a lid.
  6. Cook for 5-7 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, or longer if you prefer firmer yolks.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSodium: 680mgFiber: 4g

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. Make sure your skillet has a lid to properly cook the eggs. Shakshuka can be made ahead by preparing the tomato sauce in advance and reheating before adding eggs.

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