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Delicious shakshuka


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  • Author: Victoria
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Description

There’s something magical about the combination of eggs poached in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Shakshuka, a dish with roots in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine, has become a global favorite for good reason.


Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons. Substitute: Any vegetable oil.
  • Onion: 1 medium, chopped. Substitute: Shallots or leeks.
  • Bell Pepper: 1 red, chopped. Substitute: Green or yellow bell peppers.

Spices:

  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced. Substitute: Garlic powder.
  • Cumin: 1 teaspoon.
  • Paprika: 1 teaspoon. Substitute: Smoked paprika for a richer flavor.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: 1/4 teaspoon. Optional: For heat.

Tomatoes:

  • Canned Tomatoes: 1 can (14 oz), or 4 ripe vine tomatoes, chopped. Substitute: Crushed tomatoes.
  • Tomato Paste: 2 tablespoons. Substitute: Tomato sauce.

Eggs:

  • Eggs: 4 large, cracked into individual bowls.

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Feta Cheese: Crumbled on top.
  • Parsley or Cilantro: Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions

1. Heat Olive Oil:
Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a large cast iron skillet. Warm it over medium heat.

2. Sauté Vegetables:
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes until they soften.

3. Add Garlic and Spices:
Add minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.

4. Add Tomatoes:
Pour in a can of crushed tomatoes with their juice. Stir to combine.

5. Simmer:
Reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 15 minutes to thicken the sauce.

6. Make Wells:
Using a spoon, make small wells in the sauce. Crack eggs into each well, being careful not to break the yolks.

7. Cook Eggs:
Cover the skillet again. Cook for about 5-8 minutes, or until the eggs are done to your liking.

8. Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or cilantro on top. Serve with crusty bread or pita for dipping. Enjoy your delicious shakshuka!

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 30
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