It’s especially perfect for tomato season (we see you, summer gardeners drowning in tomatoes!) but can be enjoyed any time of year by subbing canned tomatoes. Let us show you how it’s done!
What is Shakshuka?
Shakshuka (also spelled shakshouka) is a dish consisting of poached eggs cooked over a spiced tomato and pepper-based sauce. Its exact origin is hotly debated, but the dish is believed to have originated in Northwest Africa in a region called Maghreb that includes Algeria, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia, among other countries. Its popularity later spread to Israel, where it was embraced as a hearty, inexpensive, and simple dish. In Jewish culture, it’s made for breakfast using the leftover tomato stew from the Sabbath dinner. The following is an easy, dairy-free version using fresh tomatoes, with an option to use canned if preferred!
How to Make Shakshuka
This 1-pot dish starts with sautéing onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to bring out their natural sweetness. A little salt adds flavor from the beginning! Then we add tomato paste for richness, cumin for smokiness, paprika for depth, and red pepper flakes for heat. Fresh or canned tomatoes come next, and they’re cooked until they’re broken down and infused with the spices. Any tomatoes will work, but we love adding in some cherry tomatoes for maximum flavor. Then it’s time for the eggs. Create spaces for them in the tomato mixture, then gently crack them into the empty spaces and sprinkle with a little salt. Cover the dish, and in a matter of minutes, the eggs will be cooked through and ready to enjoy! We hope you LOVE this shakshuka! It’s:SavoryBrightSubtly spicyVersatileQuick & easy& SO comforting!
What to Serve with Shakshuka
Any carb-y dish is a good match for shakshuka and creates a super satisfying meal. Some of our favorites include:
Toasted bread Grilled cheese sandwiches Roasted potatoes Polenta fries Rice Naan (we have vegan and gluten-free naan recipes)
Alternatively, pair it with Middle Eastern-inspired dishes including our Saucy Moroccan-Spiced Lentils, Harissa Marinated Chickpeas, Grain-Free Tabbouleh Salad, or Roasted Cauliflower with Harissa Tahini Sauce.
More Savory Breakfast Recipes
The Simple But Good Breakfast Bowl (20 Minutes!) Breakfast Hash with Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes Savory Chickpea Pancakes with Leek and Mushrooms 1-Pot Chickpea Shakshuka
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