Easy Shakshuka recipe

Shakshuka is a traditional Middle Eastern breakfast dish featuring eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and peppers. This vibrant and hearty dish is packed with protein and flavor, making it a satisfying option for brunch. Best served with warm pita bread or crusty baguette, shakshuka is popular worldwide for its comforting taste, minimal ingredients, and colorful presentation. It’s the perfect combination of healthy and indulgent in one pan.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 3

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: middle Eastern

Calories: 240

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 cups (400 g) tomato puree

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp cumin powder

Salt & pepper to taste

3–4 eggs

Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

Skillet
knifes
Spatula

Method

Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper.

Add tomato puree, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook 8–10 mins.

Make small wells in sauce, crack eggs into them.

Cover and cook until eggs are set (yolks slightly runny).

Garnish with parsley and serve with bread.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving, approx.): 240 kcal | Carbs 14 g | Protein 12 g | Fat 14 g

Notes: Add feta cheese for extra creaminess.

Storage: Best eaten fresh; sauce can be stored 2 days in fridge.