Shakshuka (North African–Style Poached Eggs In Spicy Tomato Sauce)

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Cook Time

35m

Total Time

35m

This vibrant Shakshuka features poached eggs nestled in a spicy tomato sauce, enhanced with bell peppers, garlic, and fragrant spices. Topped with fresh herbs and optional olives or feta, it’s a delightful dish perfect for brunch or a cozy dinner, best enjoyed with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

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Servings: 6

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3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

1 large red pepper (bell pepper for milder heat, or a hotter variety, such as red horned pepper, depending on your heat preference), stems, seeds, and ribs removed, thinly sliced

1 fresh small hot chile (such as jalapeño, serrano, or Fresno), stems, seeds, and ribs removed, thinly sliced

2 to 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1 1/2 tablespoons (15 g) sweet Hungarian or smoked Spanish paprika

2 teaspoons (8 g) whole or ground cumin seeds

1 (28-ounce; 800 g) can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed by squeezing between your fingers or with a pastry blender (see note)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Large handful minced cilantro, parsley, or a mix

Sliced oil-cured black olives, feta cheese, and/or artichoke hearts, for serving (all optional)

Crusty bread, for serving

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250kcal

12%
Fat

18g

0%
Saturated Fat

4g

0%
Carbohydrates

10g

0%
Fiber

2g

0%
Sugar

4g

0%
Protein

12g

0%
Cholesterol

300mg

15%
Sodium

600mg

30%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Shakshuka (North African–Style Poached Eggs In Spicy Tomato Sauce)

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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