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Classic Shakshuka with Feta and Fresh Herbs: Try This Now!

A delicious and hearty dish made with poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce, topped with feta cheese and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Crusty bread for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Using a spoon, create small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top and cover again for another minute to allow the cheese to soften.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley and cilantro. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños along with the bell pepper.
  • You can also substitute the feta with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • For a vegetarian twist, add spinach or kale to the sauce before adding the eggs.

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