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Classic Shakshuka

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Classic Shakshuka
  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 4
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You might already know Middle Eastern shakshuka by its other name, “eggs in purgatory.” But no matter what you call it, these baked eggs in a spicy tomato sauce make for one extremely hearty vegetarian breakfast. Our quick and easy stovetop version cuts way down on cook time (but keeps all the flavor).
by: Tablespoon Kitchens
Updated Apr 25, 2017

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons spicy harissa sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 oz crumbled feta cheese (about 1 cup)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • Pita bread, if desired

Steps

  • 1
    In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell pepper; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in tomatoes, harissa sauce, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens.
  • 2
    Gently crack eggs into skillet over tomato mixture. Cover; simmer over low heat 10 to 12 minutes or until egg yolks are firm, not runny. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro; serve with pita bread, if desired.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    Can’t take the heat? Reduce harissa sauce to 1 tablespoon, or serve on the side.
  • tip 2
    For a fun mashup called “humshuka,” spoon hummus into a shallow bowl, and top with the shakshuka.

Nutrition Information

310 Calories, 18g Total Fat, 12g Protein, 23g Total Carbohydrate, 14g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
310
Calories from Fat
170
Total Fat
18g
28%
Saturated Fat
7g
34%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
210mg
71%
Sodium
1140mg
47%
Potassium
240mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate
23g
8%
Dietary Fiber
3g
12%
Sugars
14g
Protein
12g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
60%
60%
Vitamin C
40%
40%
Calcium
20%
20%
Iron
15%
15%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 2 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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