Shakshuka is a delicious Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.
Ever thought about jumping out of bed straight into a skillet of vibrant, spicy shakshuka for one? Your taste buds are doing a happy dance right now. Dive in; I’ve got all the spicy secrets and saucy tips to make you the star of your kitchen solo show. Stick around, and let’s crack some eggs!
Traditional Shakshuka
A vibrant, spicy, and utterly delicious one-pan wonder. Shakshuka hails from the Middle East, packing poached eggs in a rich tomato sauce with peppers and onions. It’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Shakshuka doesn’t discriminate!
- Cooking Method: Simmering
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine Type: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Crusty bread (for serving)
Cooking Instructions
- Place a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Sauté 1/2 finely chopped onion and 1/2 chopped red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper. Stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in 1 cup crushed tomatoes. Stir and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make a small well in the center of the sauce and crack the egg into it.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer until the egg white is set but the yolk is still runny, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread.
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap red bell pepper with green or yellow for a colorful twist. Try adding feta cheese crumbles on top for a creamy touch.
- Garnishing Options: Besides parsley, garnish with cilantro, mint, or even a dollop of yogurt for extra zing.
- Cooking Tips: If you like your eggs cooked through, let them simmer a bit longer. Fancy it hotter? Throw in some chopped fresh chilies.
