Shakshuka is a delicious Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce. It’s a popular breakfast dish but can also be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Serve it with crusty bread for dipping and enjoy!

A delicious Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion medium, diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes 400g
- 4-6 eggs large
- parsley chopped fresh for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 234kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 12gFat: 15gFiber: 3g
I used green peppers instead of red, and I think it ruined the taste. Idk if I would make it again.
I actually love green peppers! But I get it, red ones have a sweeter taste. Maybe try adding a bit of sugar next time to balance it out?
Tasted like a fancy breakfast! I added some feta cheese on top, and it was delish!
Yum! Feta sounds like a great addition! I’ll have to try that next time! 🥗
I dunno, sounds kinda weird. Eggs and tomatoes? But if you like it, that’s cool.
It’s good, but the eggs were too runny for my taste. Next time I’ll cook them longer.
I think I messed it up. My sauce got burnt and the eggs were hard. Gotta try again.
Maybe you left it on the stove too long? Eggs should be runny, not rock hard. Better luck next time!
Don’t be too hard on yourself! Cooking can be tricky sometimes. Just remember to keep an eye on the heat next time. You got this!
Shakshuka is life! I never knew breakfast could be this delicious. Thank you for this recipe!
This dish is so pretty! I took a picture and posted it online. My friends all want the recipe now!
i dont get it, why people like eggs in sauce? messed up my dish
why did you use canned tomatoes? fresh is the way to go, man! 😤
Shakshuka? More like Shak-shook-my-head, idk why people like it.
You gotta try it before judging! It’s packed with flavor and perfect for brunch. Just saying!
I don’t get it either! It looks so messy and has that weird runny egg thing going on. Yuck!
This was really bland. I added some cheese and hot sauce to spice it up, but it still wasn’t great.
This was amazing! The flavors were spot on and it was super easy to make.
Delicious! I added feta for extra flavor. Highly recommend! 🌟
Absolutely loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and tasted amazing. Will definitely make it again!
I’m so glad you loved it! Shakshuka is such a comforting dish. I always add a pinch of feta for extra flavor!
It was good but too much oil for my taste. Can I use less? 🤔
I think it won’t be the same without that much oil. Shakshuka should be a bit luxurious, you know? But do what works for you!
You can definitely use less oil! Just start with a tablespoon and add more if needed. Cooking is all about personal preference!