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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.
Cooking Method ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Medium
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins
Cooking Temp High  C
Servings 4
Calories 400
Best Season Fall
Dietary Breakfast, Shakshuka
Description
A Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce
Shakshuka Ingredients
  • 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