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Easy Classic Shakshuka

Shakshuka is a breakfast dish that involves poaching eggs in a rich spicy tomato sauce base served with a crusty bread
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: AFRICAN
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 bell peppers red/yellow, diced
  • 3 –4 garlic cloves minced
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp paprika sweet or smoked
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder optional
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 6 large eggs
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: crumbled feta hot sauce, green onions, extra olive oil
  • Crusty bread for serving e.g., sourdough, baguette, pita

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onions and bell peppers, sauté 5–7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes, then add crushed tomatoes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, stir well, and bring to a simmer.
  6. Lower heat, cover, and simmer 15–30 minutes to thicken and deepen flavor.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, or a pinch of sugar if needed).
  8. Make 6 small wells in the sauce and crack one egg into each.
  9. Cover and cook 5–8 minutes, until whites are set and yolks are to your liking.
  10. Remove from heat, garnish with herbs, and add optional toppings if desired.
  11. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping and enjoy!