Shakshuka: The Ultimate One-Pan Meal Everyone's Cooking!

 

Shakshuka, a delicious North African and Middle Eastern dish made of eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce. Here's how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon ground chili powder (optional)

• 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes or fresh tomatoes

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 4 eggs

• Feta cheese (optional)

• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Vegetables:
   Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft. Add garlic and bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

2. Add the Spices:
   Stir in cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Cook the Tomato Sauce:
   Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

4. Add the Eggs:
   Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them. Cover the pan and let them cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.

5. Garnish and Serve:
   Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh herbs. Serve hot with crusty bread or pita.

Would you like any variations, such as adding meat or making it spicier? 😊