Best 8 Easy Shakshuka Recipes

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Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish consisting of eggs poached in a sauce of diced tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it is a popular breakfast or brunch option but can also be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Shakshuka is not only delicious, but it is also easy to prepare and highly customizable, making it a versatile dish perfect for various occasions. This comprehensive guide will help you find the best recipe for creating an authentic and flavorful shakshuka in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SHAKSHUKA



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Make our easy shakshuka for a comforting brunch. Vary this dish by flavouring the simple tomato sauce with whatever you have to hand - curry powder, pesto or fresh herbs

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Main course, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tbsp olive oil
2 red onions, chopped
1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, sliced
small bunch coriander stalks and leaves chopped separately
2 cans cherry tomatoes
1 tsp caster sugar
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan that has a lid, then soften the onions, chilli, garlic and coriander stalks for 5 mins until soft. Stir in the tomatoes and sugar, then bubble for 8-10 mins until thick. Can be frozen for 1 month.
  • Using the back of a large spoon, make 4 dips in the sauce, then crack an egg into each one. Put a lid on the pan, then cook over a low heat for 6-8 mins, until the eggs are done to your liking. Scatter with the coriander leaves and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 21 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 1.25 milligram of sodium

EASY SHAKSHUKA RECIPE



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Easy shakshuka made with eggs that are gently poached in a simmering mixture of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. A few warm spices and some fresh herbs complete this satisfying one-skillet dish!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Breakfast     Lunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Extra virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
2 green peppers (chopped)
2 garlic cloves, (chopped)
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper
6 medium tomatoes, (chopped (about 6 cups chopped tomatoes))
1/2 cup tomato sauce
6 large eggs
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large cast iron skillet. Add the onions, green peppers, garlic, spices, pinch salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and tomato sauce. Cover and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Uncover and cook a bit longer to allow the mixture to reduce and thicken. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
  • Using a wooden spoon, make 6 indentations, or "wells," in the tomato mixture (make sure the indentations are spaced out). Gently crack an egg into each indention.
  • Reduce the heat, cover the skillet, and cook on low until the egg whites are set.
  • Uncover and add the fresh parsley and mint. You can add more black pepper or crushed red pepper, if you like. Serve with warm pita, challah, or crusty bread of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 kcal, Sugar 5.9 g, Sodium 170 mg, Fat 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.7 g, Cholesterol 163.7 mg, UnsaturatedFat 1.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHAKSHUKA RECIPE (EASY & TRADITIONAL)



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Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern meal of poached eggs in a simmering tomato sauce with spices. It's easy, healthy and takes less than 30 minutes to make. Watch the video above to see how quickly it comes together!

Provided by Lisa Bryan

Categories     Breakfast     Main Meal

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
4 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
6 large eggs
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 small bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 small bunch fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan on medium heat. Add the chopped bell pepper and onion and cook for 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add garlic and spices and cook an additional minute.
  • Pour the can of tomatoes and juice into the pan and break down the tomatoes using a large spoon. Season with salt and pepper and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  • Use your large spoon to make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into each well. Cover the pan and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the eggs are done to your liking.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 164 mg, Sodium 256 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHAKSHUKA



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Shakshuka has risen in popularity around the world, and with good reason. Originally from North Africa and the Middle East, this flavorful dish of eggs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce is tasty, healthy and a breeze to make. It's a terrific one-skillet meal you can serve right from the pan and it lends itself to variation. Try this international superstar for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems separated, chopped
2 small cloves garlic, thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Pinch red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, crushed by hand
4 large eggs
Warm pita bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the cilantro stems, garlic, cumin, paprika and red pepper flakes; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is softened and the vegetables are coated with the spices, about 1 minute.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Stir the tomatoes with their juices into the skillet. Reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens slightly, about 20 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Use the back of a spoon to make 4 wells in the sauce, 1 to 2 inches apart. Crack an egg into each well. Run the edge of a rubber spatula through the egg whites to break them slightly, being careful not to break the yolks (this allows the egg whites to cook faster). Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the egg whites are just set, 15 to 18 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and top with the cilantro leaves. Serve with pita bread.

EASY SHAKSHUKA



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This is a slightly modified version of a popular Middle Eastern breakfast dish. I love this recipe because it is easy, healthy, and satisfying. You can also make this with fresh tomato and jalapeno, but I like to use the canned version so I can make it whenever I want with ingredients from my pantry.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled plum tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste
2 slices pickled jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
4 eggs
4 (6 inch) pita bread

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes, paprika and jalapenos; stir, using the back of a spoon to break up the tomatoes. Simmer for about 25 minutes.
  • Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slip the egg into the tomato sauce. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Cook the eggs until the whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. If the tomato sauce gets dry, add a few tablespoons of water. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon, place onto a warm plate, and serve with the tomato sauce and pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 654.2 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SHAKSHUKA



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Shakshuka is a dish of poached eggs with tomatoes, onion and cumin. I learned about it while traveling through Southeast Asia, and it's been my favorite way to eat eggs since. -Ezra Weeks, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or hot pepper sauce, optional
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
4 large eggs
Chopped fresh cilantro
Whole pita breads, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic, seasonings and, if desired, chili sauce; cook 30 seconds longer. Add tomatoes; cook until mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally, 3-5 minutes., With back of spoon, make 4 wells in vegetable mixture; break an egg into each well. Cook, covered, until egg whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro; serve with pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE SHAKSHUKA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, yellow onion, orange bell pepper, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, garlic, crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, fresh baby kale, large eggs, feta cheese, bread

Provided by Isabel Castillo

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

olive oil, drizzle
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
3 cloves garlic, chopped
28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 can
1 bay leaf
1 ½ cups fresh baby kale
4 large eggs
¼ cup feta cheese, crumble
bread, toasted, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Once the pan is hot, add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the onion, bell pepper, salt, and pepper. Sauté 5 minutes, or until the onion is almost translucent.
  • Add the cumin, paprika, and garlic. Sauté 2-3 minutes, or until the garlic is slightly brown.
  • Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the bay leaf. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
  • Stir in the baby kale until wilted.
  • Reduce the heat to low, then carefully crack the eggs into the sauce. Cover and simmer until the egg whites are set, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Top with the feta cheese and remove the pan from the heat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 14 grams

GREEN SHAKSHUKA



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, quartered
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 small bunch kale, trimmed and chopped (about 8 cups)
9 ounces fresh baby spinach, chopped (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, minced
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 large eggs
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add Brussel sprouts, green pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook and stir until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons broth and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. In batches if needed, add kale, spinach and parsley; cook and stir until wilted, 3-4 minutes. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt., With back of spoon, make 4 wells in vegetable mixture; break an egg into each well. Sprinkle with feta and lemon zest. Cook, covered, until egg whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, 4-6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 190mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes for a sweeter, more flavorful shakshuka.
  • If you don't have bell peppers, you can use another type of vegetable, such as zucchini or eggplant.
  • Add a pinch of cumin or paprika for a smoky flavor.
  • Top the shakshuka with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, before serving.
  • Serve shakshuka with crusty bread or pita bread for dipping.

Conclusion:

Shakshuka is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its vibrant colors and flavors, shakshuka is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give shakshuka a try. You won't be disappointed!

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