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Chakchouka Shakshouka Recipe

A delicious North African and Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Middle Eastern, North African
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 pinch chili flakes optional
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 400g can
  • 4 eggs
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • 1 handful fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened.
  • Add minced garlic and spices. Cook for another minute.
  • Pour in diced tomatoes. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  • Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them.
  • Cover the skillet and cook until eggs are set to your liking.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh cilantro and parsley.

Notes:

Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Eggs, Shakshouka, Spicy, Tomato
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