Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
Anaheim chiles
stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped
yellow onion
chopped
garlic
crushed then sliced
ground cumin
paprika
plum tomatoes
whole, with juices, slightly drained, coarsely chopped
kosher salt
eggs
feta cheese
crumbled
flat-leaf parsley
chopped
pitas
warm
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chopped Anaheim chiles (or jalapenos) and chopped yellow onion to the skillet.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and golden brown (about 6 minutes).
Add crushed and sliced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika to the skillet.
Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is soft (about 2 more minutes).
Pour plum tomatoes (with slightly drained juices) into a medium bowl and crush them.
Add the crushed tomatoes and their liquid to the skillet, along with 1/2 cup water.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly (about 10-15 minutes).
Season the sauce with kosher salt to taste and crumble in some feta cheese.
Crack eggs over the sauce, distributing them evenly across the surface (create small wells for them if needed).
Season the eggs with salt and pepper.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Bake until the eggs are just set (7 to 10 minutes).
Sprinkle the shakshuka with additional feta and chopped flat-leaf parsley.
Serve the shakshuka with warm pita bread for dipping.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili peppers to control the spiciness.
Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
Add a dollop of yogurt or labneh for extra creaminess.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The tomato sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve hot in the skillet, garnished with feta and parsley.
Serve with warm pita bread.
Serve with a side of hummus or tahini.
Garnish with a sprinkle of za'atar.
Pairs well with the spicy and savory flavors.
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