Shakshuka (Eggs in Spiced Tomato Sauce)

About this recipe

Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish that's perfect for a relaxed breakfast or a quick dinner. A rich sauce of tomatoes, capsicum, onion and spices simmers in one pan, then eggs are cracked in and cooked until just set. Crumble over feta and serve with bread for dipping.

Method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the onion and capsicum for 6 minutes until soft.

   6 min

2. 2

   Step 2

   Add the garlic, cumin, paprika and chilli and stir for 1 minute.

   1 min

3. 3

   Step 3

   Add the tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Season.

   10 min

4. 4

   Step 4

   Make 6 hollows in the sauce and crack an egg into each. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.

   7 min

5. 5

   Step 5

   Sprinkle with feta and coriander and serve with bread (gluten-free if needed).