If there’s one dish I could eat any time of day, it’s Shakshuka—a warm skillet of jammy tomatoes, sweet red peppers, earthy spices, and perfectly poached eggs. It’s cozy, colorful, and just the kind of meal that turns a slow brunch or even a rushed Tuesday morning into something that feels intentional.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and crushed garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and aromatic.
½ yellow or white onion, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, 1 red bell pepper
Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, and harissa paste. Let the spices bloom for about 30 seconds to deepen their flavor.
Pour in the canned tomatoes and gently break them up with a spoon or your hands. Season with salt and simmer the mixture uncovered for 10–12 minutes, until the sauce has reduced slightly.
28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes, ½ teaspoon salt
Once thickened, use the back of a spoon to make 4 little wells in the sauce. Carefully crack an egg into each well.
4 eggs
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5–7 minutes, depending on how runny you like your yolks. Check them at 5 minutes for soft centers, or go to 8 for firm.
Once the eggs are set to your liking, remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, cilantro, and crumbled feta.
½ cup feta cheese, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Serve hot with warm pita or crusty sourdough. Spoon, swipe, and enjoy every bite.
Crusty bread or pita
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Nutrition Facts
Shakshuka
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
191
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
180
mg
60
%
Sodium
853
mg
37
%
Potassium
532
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
12
g
4
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
1610
IU
32
%
Vitamin C
57
mg
69
%
Calcium
190
mg
19
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.