Shakshuka
A delightful North African dish of poached eggs in a flavorful tomato and vegetable base, perfect for brunch or a comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: North African
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large potato, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and diced potato; cook until the potato is tender, which should take around 8 minutes.
- Carefully pour in the diced tomatoes along with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Create small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to poach in the sauce for about 5-7 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
- If you like, garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot for a beautiful finish.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute the potato with zucchini or bell peppers. Experiment with various toppings like feta or olives.
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