Shakshuka - Eggs in Tomato Sauce Recipe
About this recipe
Shakshuka is a vibrant dish where eggs are poached in a flavorful tomato sauce, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or brunch. This recipe captures the essence of shakshuka with its rich flavors and comforting warmth, all while being easy to prepare.
In this video, the creator emphasizes the importance of simmering the sauce to develop its flavors before adding the eggs, ensuring a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredient notes
- 2 cans of diced tomatoes are specified to be 14 oz (400g) each.
- Tomato paste is noted to be 30g.
Tips from Home Cooking Adventure's video
- Simmer the tomato sauce for 10-15 minutes to allow it to reduce and intensify in flavor before adding the eggs.
- Adjust the seasonings according to your taste; add more chili flakes for spiciness or sugar for sweetness.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Home Cooking Adventure: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Heat olive oil in a 12 inch (30cm) frying pan over medium heat.
- 2
Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until the onion begins to soften. Stir in minced garlic.
- 3
Add chopped red bell pepper and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until softened.
- 4
Stir in tomato paste and diced tomatoes, then add all the spices and sugar. Season with salt and pepper and allow to simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until it starts to reduce.
- 5
Make 6 pockets in the tomato mixture and crack the eggs over it, one in the middle and five around the edges of the pan.
- 6
Cover the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked.
- 7
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve with crusty bread or pita.
Credit where it's due: this recipe was transcribed from Home Cooking Adventure's original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it's their dish.
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