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shakshuka recipe authentic middle eastern egg dish on cast iron pan
Easy Mediterranean Recipes

Best Shakshuka Recipe

An easy, authentic, and healthy shakshuka recipe featuring eggs poached in a vibrant, spiced tomato and pepper sauce. A perfect Mediterranean diet breakfast or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 large Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 28 oz can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • Pinch of Sugar (to balance acidity)
  • 4-6 large Eggs
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. 1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Then add onion and bell pepper. Lastly saute, for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  2. 2. Bloom Spices: Reduce heat to medium-low. After that, add garlic, cumin, paprika and cayenne. Then cook for 60 seconds, stirring constantly.
  3. 3. Simmer Sauce: Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper and sugar. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
  4. 4. Add Eggs: Use a spoon to create 4-6 wells in the sauce. Then gently crack one egg into each well. Finally, season the eggs lightly.
  5. 5. Poach Eggs: Now, cover the pan tightly and poach for 5-7 minutes for runny yolks or longer for medium/firm.
  6. 6. Garnish & Serve: Finally, garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately with bread.

Notes

For a Turkish-style Menemen, stir the lightly beaten eggs into the sauce instead of poaching them whole.
We recommend using a high-quality cast-iron pan for the best results.