Quick Shakshuka Eggs (Printable View)
Poached eggs simmer in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce with warm North African spices.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
05 - 1 small fresh tomato, chopped
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1 tsp sweet paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
10 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Eggs
12 - 4 large eggs
→ Garnishes
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
14 - Crumbled feta cheese
15 - Warm crusty bread or pita, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add cumin, paprika, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Stir for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
04 - Pour in the canned and fresh tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
05 - Using a spoon, make 4 small wells in the sauce. Crack an egg into each well.
06 - Cover the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the eggs are just set but the yolks remain runny (or cook longer for firmer yolks).
07 - Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and crumbled feta if desired. Serve immediately with warm bread for dipping.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It transforms humble ingredients into something that feels exotic and comforting all at once
- The runny yolks create their own creamy sauce when you tear through them with crusty bread
- Its one of those rare dishes that works beautifully for breakfast, brunch, or a lazy dinner
02 -
- The residual heat continues cooking the eggs even after you remove the pan from the stove
- Making your wells too deep can cause eggs to cook unevenly or break apart
- A skillet with a tight-fitting lid is crucial for properly steamed eggs
03 -
- Room temperature eggs create less dramatic cooking shock and more even poaching
- Patience during the initial sauté creates deeper flavor in the final sauce