Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a popular Middle Eastern and North African dish typically made with poached eggs in a sauce of tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, and various spices such as cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg. Some variations may include feta cheese, sausage, or other ingredients. The dish is usually served in a cast iron pan or tajine with bread to soak up the sauce. Its name means “a mixture” in Arabic.

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High Protein

Shakshuka

Author: Mariana Santos Cooking Method: Poaching, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Brunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: E Eggs S Shakshuka

Difficulty: Medium Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Temp: High  C Servings: 4 Calories: 400

Best Season: Fall

Dietary:

B Breakfast S Shakshuka

Description

A Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce

Shakshuka Ingredients

Servings

• Eggs
• tomatoes
• bell peppers
• onions
• garlic
• cumin
• paprika

Instructions

1. Cook vegetables in sauce, crack eggs into sauce, simmer until eggs are done.

Note

Serve with pita or crusty bread