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Shakshouka is a comforting one-pan dish featuring eggs gently poached in a rich tomato and pepper sauce seasoned with warm spices. This hearty and flavorful meal is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or pita.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4–6 large eggs
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
  • Crusty bread or pita for serving (optional)
  • Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Avocado slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper and cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs directly into the wells.
  7. Cover the skillet and cook for 5–8 minutes until the egg whites are set and the yolks remain slightly runny.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately with crusty bread or pita.

Notes

  • Add spinach or kale for extra greens and nutrition.
  • Cooked chickpeas or spicy sausage can make the dish heartier.
  • Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy and salty finish.
  • Adjust the spice level with additional chili flakes or fresh jalapeños.
  • The tomato sauce can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before adding fresh eggs.
  • Serve immediately for the best egg texture and flavor.

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