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A classic shakshuka in a cast iron skillet: four poached eggs in a spiced tomato sauce, garnished with cilantro. A bunch of cilantro and a light-colored cloth lie beside the skillet on a gray surface, perfect for an impressive breakfast recipe.

Classic Shakshuka Breakfast Recipe

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A hearty and spicy tomato-based egg dish, perfect for a filling breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Meal Type Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Israeli, Middle Eastern
Servings 2
Calories 318 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $4
Shopping Cost$22

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 can tomatoes diced
  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Sauté vegetables:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, 1 red bell pepper

Add garlic and spices:

  • Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
    2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Simmer tomatoes:

  • Pour in the diced tomatoes, including their juices. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
    1 can tomatoes

Cook the eggs:

  • Make four small wells in the tomato mixture and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are set to your desired doneness, about 5-7 minutes.
    4 large eggs

Season and serve:

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread.
    Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh cilantro

Notes

Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper.
Shakshuka is traditionally served with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 372mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 404mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3027IUVitamin C: 82mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Hearty Breakfast, Shakshuka, Spicy Egg Dish, Traditional Recipe

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