Shakshuka Recipe: Easy Mediterranean Breakfast
Shakshuka is a classic Mediterranean and North African dish.Eggs are gently cooked in a flavorful tomato and pepper sauce.Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick one-pan meal.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion chopped
- 2 green peppers chopped
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Pinch red pepper flakes optional
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 6 medium tomatoes chopped (about 6 cups)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, green peppers, and garlic. Stir in the coriander, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove the lid and continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Using a spoon, create six small wells in the sauce.
- Carefully crack one egg into each well.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet.
- Cook until the egg whites are set while the yolks remain slightly runny, about 5–8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley and mint.
- Serve the Shakshuka Recipe immediately with warm pita bread, challah, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
- Top with feta cheese, olives, or avocado for additional flavor.
- Serve alongside hummus, cucumber salad, or roasted potatoes.
- For a heartier meal, pair with grilled vegetables or chickpeas.