shakshouka Recipe

Name: shakshouka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 poblano, anaheim or sweet red or yellow peppers; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 red onion, diced; 1 quart crushed tomatoes; 1 splash red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp ground corriander; 2 pinch red pepper flakes; 1 salt and pepper; 6 eggs; 4 tbsp creamy goat cheese

Servings: persons

3 poblano, anaheim or sweet red or yellow peppers
2 tbsp olive oil
1 red onion, diced
1 quart crushed tomatoes
1 splash red wine vinegar
1 tbsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground corriander
2 pinch red pepper flakes
1 salt and pepper
6 eggs
4 tbsp creamy goat cheese

1
roast peppers over open flame until skin is blackened.
2
close them in a paper bag so they can steam for 10 minutes.
3
pull off the skin under cold running water.
4
remove stems and seeds and dice.
5
in 9 inch deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high.
6
saute onions for ~5 minutes.
7
add peppers and saute for another 3.
8
add all spices and cook for another minute.
9
pour in tomatoes and vinegar.
10
let sauce simmer for 15 minutes.
11
until it thickens a bit.
12
crack each egg into small, shallow bowl and slide into sauce one at a time.
13
cover and cook eggs until whites are set, 6 minutes.
14
after 3 minutes, add cheese in several dollops and recover.
15
spoon into bowls over big slices of toasted bread

420

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 poblano, anaheim or sweet red or yellow peppers, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 red onion, diced, 1 quart crushed tomatoes, and more.

Yes, shakshouka falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

shakshouka

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