Shakshuka
A North African dish of spicy tomatoes, rich eggs, and crusty bread, perfect for brunch. The combination of flavors and textures is a delight to the senses. Let the tomatoes simmer to develop a deep, slightly smoky flavor and keep the eggs runny.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 1 loaf crusty bread
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Steps
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Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Step 2
Add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for another 5 minutes, until tender.
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Step 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
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Step 4
Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
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Step 5
Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and developed a deep flavor.
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Step 6
Create 4 wells in the tomato sauce and crack an egg into each well.
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Step 7
Cover the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
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Step 8
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with crusty bread.
Nutritional info
Estimated nutritional value per serving. Not medical advice. Learn more.
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