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Shakshuka

Shakshuka

Classic shakshuka with eggs poached in a spiced tomato pepper sauce, finished with feta and fresh herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated or minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)
  • 4 to 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta (optional)
  • chopped parsley or cilantro, for topping
  • bread or pita, for serving
Optional
  • 1 cup chickpeas
  • 2 cups spinach

Method
 

  1. Sauté the veg. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook 6 to 8 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic and spices. Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Simmer the sauce. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using). Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in chickpeas or spinach if using (spinach just needs 1 minute to wilt).
  4. Make wells and add eggs. Reduce heat to low. Use a spoon to make 4 to 6 small wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.
  5. Cover and cook. Cover the skillet and cook 5 to 8 minutes, until whites are set and yolks are still a little runny (cook longer if you prefer firmer yolks).
  6. Finish and serve. Top with feta and herbs. Serve immediately with bread or pita for scooping.

Notes

  • The sauce can be made ahead and reheated; add eggs right before serving.
  • For runny yolks, keep heat low and start checking at 5 minutes.
  • If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it.