Description
If you’re in search of a comforting and flavorful meal, Shakshuka For Two is the perfect choice. This vibrant dish features perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich spiced tomato and bell pepper sauce. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, it’s an impressive yet simple one-pan recipe that requires minimal cleanup. With its customizable ingredients and quick preparation time, this delightful shakshuka is sure to satisfy any palate. Serve it warm with crusty bread for dipping, and enjoy a cozy dining experience with your favorite person.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley and cilantro for garnish
- Warm crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and red bell pepper for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Create two wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese (if using) and fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately with warm crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 186mg