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Shakshuka

Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time 30 hrs
Difficulty: Medium
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: $  10
Calories: 250
Best Season: All year
Description
Shakshuka features a delicious blend of tomatoes, peppers, and onions with poached eggs, celebrated for its spicy, sweet, and savory notes. This dish not only bursts with flavor but also offers health benefits like aiding in weight control. Its versatile nature makes it perfect for any meal, whether breakfast or dinner.
Ingredients
    For Shakshuka
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked, if desired)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes (with juices)
  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
    Cooking Method
  1. 1
    Preheat the PanIn a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
    Ensure the oil is hot before adding other ingredients.
  2. 2
    Sauté the VegetablesAdd onion and bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened.
    Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. 3
    Add the SpicesStir in the garlic, cumin, paprika, and optional cayenne, cook for another minute.
    The aroma should be quite noticeable.
  4. 4
    Add TomatoesPour in the tomatoes with juices, break them apart with a spatula, simmer for 10 minutes.
    Allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. 5
    Poach the EggsCreate small wells in the sauce with a spoon, crack the eggs into each well.
    Cover the skillet and cook until eggs are done to your liking.
  6. 6
    Season and GarnishSeason with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
    Enjoy with crusty bread or pita.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11gg17%
Saturated Fat 3gg15%
Trans Fat 0gg
Cholesterol 190mgmg64%
Sodium 780mgmg33%
Potassium 750mgmg22%
Total Carbohydrate 24gg8%
Dietary Fiber 6gg24%
Sugars 9gg
Protein 12gg24%
Vitamin A 25% IU
Vitamin C 80% mg
Calcium 12% mg
Iron 30% mg
Vitamin D 6% IU
Vitamin E 15% IU
Vitamin K 50% mcg
Thiamin 15% mg
Riboflavin 20% mg
Niacin 15% mg
Vitamin B6 20% mg
Folate 25% mcg
Vitamin B12 8% mcg
Biotin 0% mcg
Pantothenic Acid 0% mg
Phosphorus 18% mg
Iodine 0% mcg
Magnesium 20% mg
Zinc 10% mg
Selenium 20% mcg
Copper 15% mg
Manganese 25% mg
Chromium 0% mcg
Molybdenum 0% mcg
Chloride 0% mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
Feel free to add your favorite spices or adjust the level of heat to suit your tastes. Serve with a side of bread for a complete meal.
Keywords: Shakshuka, Middle Eastern, poached eggs, tomatoes, peppers, healthy
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