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Easy Shakshuka Recipe (Easy & Traditional)

Easy Shakshuka Recipe is a traditional Middle Eastern dish.
Prep Time 9 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Middle Eastern / North African

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 4 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 6 large eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 small bunch fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 small bunch fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add the chopped garlic, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Stir continuously and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour the canned tomatoes and their juices into the pan. Use a spoon to break the tomatoes into smaller pieces.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Using a spoon, create six small wells in the sauce.
  • Carefully crack one egg into each well.
  • Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the eggs reach your preferred doneness. Covering the pan with a lid will help the eggs cook faster.
  • Remove from heat and garnish generously with fresh cilantro and parsley.
  • Serve immediately with warm bread, pita, or crusty toast.
  • This Easy Shakshuka Recipe is best enjoyed fresh while the eggs are perfectly set and the sauce is warm and flavorful.

Notes

  • Substitute cilantro with additional parsley if preferred.
  • Add crumbled feta cheese before serving for extra richness.
  • Serve alongside olives, cucumber salad, or fresh bread.
  • For a heartier meal, add cooked chickpeas to the tomato sauce.
  • Fresh herbs significantly enhance the flavor of traditional shakshuka.