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Easy Spiced Shakshuka Recipe for a Cozy Homemade Dinner

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A comforting and flavorful dish featuring eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce, perfect for quick and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) crushed tomatoes, preferably no salt added
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • A handful fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized.
  3. Add minced garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper if using. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and add 1 tablespoon tomato paste. Stir well to combine. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and let bubble gently for 10-12 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste, starting with 1/2 teaspoon salt and adjusting as needed.
  6. Make four small wells in the sauce and crack one egg into each well. Cover the skillet with a lid or plate and cook for 6-8 minutes, depending on desired yolk consistency, until egg whites are set but tender.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro over the top, and crumble feta cheese if using. Let the heat soften the cheese slightly before serving.

Notes

If sauce is too thick before adding eggs, stir in a splash of water or broth to loosen it. If too thin, simmer longer. Use fresh eggs for better poaching results. Avoid overcrowding the pan with eggs. Control heat to keep sauce at a gentle simmer while poaching eggs. Toast spices with garlic and onions for deeper flavor. Skipping tomato paste results in a flatter sauce. Add a pinch of sugar if sauce tastes too tangy.

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Keywords: shakshuka, eggs, spiced tomato sauce, easy dinner, vegetarian, gluten-free, quick meal, comfort food

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