Classic Shakshuka

3 servings

30 minutes

Shakshuka is a fragrant dish from Jewish cuisine that has become a symbol of warm family breakfasts. It consists of a thick tomato base rich in spices, into which eggs with soft runny yolks are gently immersed. Smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano create a rich spicy bouquet that harmoniously complements the tanginess of feta and the freshness of cilantro. Shakshuka pairs perfectly with toasted flatbreads or bread, allowing one to savor every bite. It is not just food but a cozy tradition that brings people together at one table to experience the warmth of the East and the diversity of Mediterranean flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 669.9
• Proteins: 27.2g
• Fats: 25.2g
• Carbohydrates: 81.2g

Ingredients

• Red onion: 1 head
• Red sweet pepper: 0.5 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Canned tomatoes in pieces: 400 g
• Tomato paste: 20 g
• Ground cumin (zira): 1 tsp
• Smoked paprika: 0.5 tsp
• Oregano: 0.5 tsp
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Feta cheese: 60 g
• Coriander: 15 g
• Olive oil: 30 ml
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Chili pepper flakes: to taste
• Pita: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Cut the red onion and sweet pepper into medium cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Red sweet pepper: 0.5 piece

3. Chop the garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves

4. Chop the cilantro.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coriander: 15 g

5. Crumble the feta coarsely (can be done by hand).

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 60 g

6. Heat olive oil. Sauté onion with oregano, paprika, and cumin over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 30 ml
   • Red onion: 1 head
   • Oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Smoked paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground cumin (zira): 1 teaspoon

7. When the onion becomes transparent, add garlic and red pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Red sweet pepper: 0.5 piece

8. After 2 minutes, add canned tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir. Slightly reduce the heat and continue cooking the vegetables for about 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned tomatoes in pieces: 400 g
   • Tomato paste: 20 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

9. Make indentations in the sauce and gently crack the eggs into them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces

10. Sprinkle the shakshuka with feta. After a minute, send the pan to the oven for 7-10 minutes. The egg white should set, while the yolk remains runny. No need to cover the pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Feta cheese: 60 g

11. While the shakshuka is cooking, toast the flatbreads or bread in a pan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Pita: 2 pieces

12. Serve the ready shakshuka immediately with flatbreads. Garnish the dish with cilantro and chili flakes.

    Required ingredients:

    • Coriander: 15 g
    • Chili pepper flakes:  to taste