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Shakshouka
Easy Shakshouka is a one-pan meal made with sautéed veggies, warm spices, poached eggs and plenty of cheese. This clasic Middle Eastern dish is packed with flavor and makes the perfect vegetarian breakfast or brunch that's ready in less than 30 minutes!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 138 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 onion peeled and diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ bell pepper diced
- 1 Jalapeño diced
- 2 cups ripe tomato diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon EACH cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder or paprika, salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2-3 Tablespoons cilantro minced
- 5-6 large eggs
- For topping: mozzarella, feta, or cream cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until onion is softened. Add the garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño, sauté for 2-3 minutes then add the tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices.
- Allow mixture to simmer over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until it starts to reduce. Stir in 2-3 tablespoons water to loosen the mixture then stir in the cilantro and crack in the eggs. Top with mozzarella cheese, feta, or cream cheese if desired.
- Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the eggs are cooked through to desired doneness.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve with pita or toasted baguette.
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Notes
- To store leftovers: Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- To reheat: Gently rewarm on the stove over medium heat until it’s warmed through.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
138kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
164mg
(55%)
Sodium
117mg
(5%)
Potassium
320mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1246IU
(25%)
Vitamin C
29mg
(32%)
Calcium
38mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 164mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 117mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1246IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.