Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3.5 tbsp

olive oil

3 unit

Anaheim chiles

stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped

1 unit

yellow onion

chopped

5 cloves

garlic

crushed then sliced

1 tsp

ground cumin

1 tbsp

paprika

28 unit

plum tomatoes

whole, with juices, slightly drained, coarsely chopped

1 to taste

kosher salt

8 unit

eggs

0.5 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

2 tbsp

flat-leaf parsley

chopped

1 unit

pitas

warm

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add chopped Anaheim chiles (or jalapenos) and chopped yellow onion to the skillet.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and golden brown (about 6 minutes).

Step 5
~2 min

Add crushed and sliced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika to the skillet.

Step 6
~2 min

Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is soft (about 2 more minutes).

Step 7
~2 min

Pour plum tomatoes (with slightly drained juices) into a medium bowl and crush them.

Step 8
~2 min

Add the crushed tomatoes and their liquid to the skillet, along with 1/2 cup water.

Step 9
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly (about 10-15 minutes).

Step 10
~2 min

Season the sauce with kosher salt to taste and crumble in some feta cheese.

Step 11
~2 min

Crack eggs over the sauce, distributing them evenly across the surface (create small wells for them if needed).

Step 12
~2 min

Season the eggs with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~2 min

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 14
~2 min

Bake until the eggs are just set (7 to 10 minutes).

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle the shakshuka with additional feta and chopped flat-leaf parsley.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve the shakshuka with warm pita bread for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The tomato sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread.

Serve with a side of hummus or tahini.

Garnish with a sprinkle of za'atar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Tahini
Israeli Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North Africa/Middle East

Cultural Significance

A common breakfast and brunch dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Casual Breakfast

Popularity Score

70/100

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