North African-Style Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce (Shakshouka)

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Shakshouka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish of poached eggs in a spicy, flavorful tomato sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, it's served with crusty bread to mop up the rich, savory sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Breakfasts, Main Course

Cuisine North African Cuisine

Servings

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1 medium onion diced
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
2 tbsp harissa paste
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cans (14-ounce) diced tomatoes
5 large eggs
Chopped parsley for garnish
Bread, for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Aromatics:

Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and diced onions, cooking until the onions are translucent and garlic is lightly browned.

Add Spices:

Stir in salt, pepper, turmeric, paprika, cumin, and harissa paste.
Cook for about 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.

Cook the Tomato Sauce:

Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet.
Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens. The sauce is ready when pressing it with a spoon leaves an indent that holds its shape.

Poach the Eggs:

Using the back of a large spoon, create 5 indents in the sauce, ensuring the sauce’s “walls” are tall enough to hold an egg.
Crack an egg into each indent. Cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes until the eggs reach your desired doneness. Cover the skillet with a large lid to speed up the process.

Garnish and Serve:

Sprinkle the shakshouka with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

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Notes

Recipe Tips

Egg Doneness: Adjust cooking time to achieve your preferred egg doneness. Runny yolks take about 15 minutes, while firmer yolks may take up to 20 minutes.
Spice Level: For a milder shakshouka, reduce the amount of harissa paste.
Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the sauce in advance and reheat it before adding the eggs.

Keyword Shakshuka

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